Description
This vibrant chickpea salad combines creamy feta, briny olives, and crunchy homemade pita chips tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Ideal as a side or main dish, it offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced briny olives
- Mixed fresh vegetables (e.g., tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers)
- 1 bag homemade multigrain pita chips
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, feta, olives, and chopped vegetables.
- Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately with a side of crunchy pita chips.
Notes
For extra protein, add grilled chicken or salmon. Use freshly baked pita chips for a superior crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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