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Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad

A vibrant and flavorful salad combining creamy avocado, tangy feta cheese, and hearty chickpeas, perfect for any gathering or meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by draining and rinsing the canned chickpeas under cool water.
  2. Dice the avocado and halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion.
Mixing
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, crumbled feta, diced avocado, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion.
Dressing and Tossing
  1. Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Gently toss all the ingredients until evenly coated with the dressing, being careful not to mush the avocado.
Serving
  1. Garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, experiment with different herbs or spices like dill or oregano. If preparing in advance, mix the chickpeas, feta, tomatoes, and onions ahead of time but add the avocado just before serving for freshness.