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Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad

Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad: A Quick Mediterranean Brighten-Up

Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is a quick, healthy, and gluten-free dish packed with protein and Mediterranean flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 medium Avocados ripe but firm
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 medium Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 medium Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and Pepper to round out flavors

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water, then allow them to drain well.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add the drained chickpeas, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped parsley and mint. Mix gently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano until well combined.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  5. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, to taste.
  6. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Toss diced avocado with lemon juice immediately after cutting to prevent browning. Use a delicate hand when mixing ingredients to preserve textures. Opt for high-quality feta cheese for enhanced flavor.

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