Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette
If you’re in search of a deliciously vibrant salad that combines a medley of flavors, look no further than this Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette. This refreshing dish features tender chickpeas paired with sweet dried cranberries and creamy feta cheese, all brought together by a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or a lively family gathering, this salad is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients. With its quick prep time and make-ahead convenience, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe again and again!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can 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
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley.
- In a separate 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 salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg