Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and delicious salad that combines earthy chickpeas, tangy feta, and sweet dried cranberries, creating a delightful medley of flavors. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or as a standout side dish for gatherings, this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes. The zesty lemon vinaigrette adds brightness while enhancing the freshness of each ingredient. Whether enjoyed alone or paired with your favorite protein, this salad is sure to become a go-to favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained & rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ⅓ 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, dried cranberries, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss until well coated.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg