Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a delightful salad that brings together the earthiness of chickpeas, the sweetness of dried cranberries, and the creaminess of feta cheese, all balanced with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 10 minutes—but also versatile enough to serve as a refreshing side at picnics or as a light main course for weeknight dinners. Packed with protein and healthy fats, it’s perfect for meal prep and can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply looking to enjoy a nutritious meal, this salad is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained & rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- â…“ 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, feta cheese, cranberries, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg