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Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad

A vibrant salad featuring creamy avocado, tangy feta, and hearty chickpeas, perfect for lunches or gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce/425g) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 4 ounces (115g) feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup (75g) red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup (50g) fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup (25g) fresh mint, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons (45ml) olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5ml) dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by gathering them on the countertop.
  2. Rinse and drain the chickpeas under cold water.
  3. Chop the red onion thinly.
  4. Dice the avocado into bite-sized chunks.
  5. Mix the fresh herbs (parsley and mint).
  6. Make the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  7. Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and toss with the dressing.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Chill the salad in the fridge for 15-30 minutes before serving.
  10. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

For best results, add the avocado right before serving to keep it fresh. This salad can be made ahead of time, just wait to add the avocado.

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Keywords: salad, chickpea salad, avocado salad, Mediterranean foods, healthy recipes