Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Feta and Spinach is a refreshing, protein-packed salad featuring chickpeas, fresh vegetables, spinach, and tangy feta, all tossed in a zesty lemon-herb dressing.
Author:Emma Harper
Prep Time:15 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Salad
Method:No-Cook
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 cups fresh baby spinach, chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cucumber, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, spinach, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta, olives, and parsley.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For a heartier meal, add grilled chicken or quinoa.
Use fresh herbs like mint or dill for added flavor variation.