Description
This Smashed Chickpea Salad with Feta and Herbs is a refreshing and wholesome dish perfect for a light lunch or side. It combines the creaminess of Greek yogurt and feta with vibrant fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing for a flavorful, satisfying salad that's easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as dill and parsley)
- 3 tablespoons capers, drained
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Dressing
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Chickpeas: In a large bowl, roughly smash about half of the chickpeas using a potato masher or fork, leaving the other half whole to add texture.
- Add Vegetables and Herbs: Add the diced celery, red onion, cucumber, crumbled feta, chopped fresh herbs, drained capers, and minced garlic cloves to the bowl. Toss everything gently to combine.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, dried oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper until smooth and well blended.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly with the flavorful dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Before serving, give it another gentle toss and serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For a vegan version, substitute feta and Greek yogurt with dairy-free alternatives.
- Use fresh herbs like dill and parsley for bright, fresh flavor; you can also add mint or basil if desired.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice and oregano to your taste preference.
- This salad can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for best freshness.
- Serve with pita bread or over greens for a more substantial meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg
