Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette, a delightful salad that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe marries the earthy richness of chickpeas with the sweetness of dried cranberries and creamy feta cheese, all drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette that ties everything together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained & rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- â…“ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss to coat evenly. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg