Chickpea and Cucumber Salad
A fresh, protein-packed salad of chickpeas, cucumber, tomato, and parsley in a lemon dressing — ready in 15 minutes and even better the next day.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- None
- Total
- 15 min
- Serves
- 4
Instructions
- 1
Add the chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley to a large bowl.
- 2
Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- 4
Fold in the feta, if using. Serve now, or chill for 30 minutes to let the flavors come together.
Equipment
- Large bowl
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