Description
This Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad combines creamy textures, vibrant flavors, and nutrient-rich ingredients for a fresh, protein-packed, and wholesome meal. Featuring plant-based feta, ripe avocado, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing, it is a quick and versatile salad perfect as a main dish, side, or sandwich topper.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup plant-based feta, crumbled
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (natural)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (natural)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chickpeas and Vegetables: Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Dice the ripe avocado and halve the cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion and finely chop the fresh parsley and mint to have all ingredients ready for mixing.
- Make the Zesty Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, apple cider vinegar (natural), minced garlic (natural), olive oil, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well combined and slightly emulsified.
- Combine Everything in a Bowl: In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the chickpeas, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, chopped fresh herbs, and crumbled plant-based feta. Pour the dressing over the salad and mix carefully to coat all ingredients without mashing the avocado.
- Adjust and Serve: Taste the salad and add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired. Serve immediately for the freshest texture or chill for a short time to let flavors meld beautifully.
Notes
- Use firm avocado to help maintain shape and prevent mushiness.
- Toss the salad gently to keep avocado chunks intact and visually appealing.
- Add fresh herbs last to preserve their vibrant color and aroma.
- Ensure chickpeas are well drained to avoid a watery salad.
- Allow the salad to chill before serving to enhance flavor melding.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chickpea salad, avocado salad, plant-based feta, vegan salad, quick salad recipe, healthy lunch
