Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant, nutritious salad that combines hearty chickpeas, sweet dried cranberries, and creamy feta, all dressed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This refreshing dish is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or a delightful side at family gatherings. Quick to prepare and packed with protein and antioxidants, this salad is not only healthy but also incredibly versatile. Enjoy it on its own or pair it with your favorite grilled vegetables for a colorful meal that everyone will love!
- 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
- 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 cheese, dried cranberries, red onion, and fresh parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg