Chickpea Beet and Feta Salad with Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette Recipe
A vibrant and nutritious Chickpea Beet and Feta Salad tossed in a zesty lemon garlic vinaigrette. This salad combines the earthiness of beets, creamy tangy feta, protein-packed chickpeas, and fresh vegetables for a refreshing and wholesome meal or side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked beets, diced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 medium carrot, chopped
Lemon Garlic Vinaigrette
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare Chickpeas: Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold water to remove any canned taste and excess sodium.
- Dice Beets: Cut the cooked beets into bite-sized pieces to evenly distribute their flavor throughout the salad.
- Soothe Red Onion: Thinly slice the red onion then soak in cold water for 10 minutes; this step reduces the onion’s sharpness and adds a milder flavor to the salad.
- Make Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create a bright and flavorful lemon garlic vinaigrette.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced beets, chopped carrot, soaked onion, and fresh parsley, mixing them gently.
- Toss with Dressing: Drizzle the prepared lemon-garlic vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to evenly coat all ingredients without breaking them apart.
- Add Feta Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad and lightly mix to maintain its crumbly texture and add creaminess.
- Chill: Refrigerate the salad for 15–20 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and enhance the overall taste.
Notes
- Soaking red onion in cold water cuts down its pungency for a milder taste.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best vinaigrette flavor.
- Chilling the salad before serving enhances flavor but can be served immediately if pressed for time.
- For a vegan version, omit feta cheese or substitute with vegan feta.
- Cooked beets can be roasted or boiled in advance to save time.
Keywords: chickpea salad, beet salad, feta cheese, lemon garlic vinaigrette, healthy salad, Mediterranean salad, vegetarian salad
