Chickpea Beet Feta Salad
A vibrant and nutritious salad combining earthy beets, creamy feta, and wholesome chickpeas, making it perfect for lunch or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium beets, roasted and diced
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups mixed greens or spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine the base ingredients: In a large bowl, add the drained chickpeas, roasted beets, crumbled feta cheese, and finely chopped red onion.
- Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve on greens: Place the salad mixture over a bed of mixed greens or spinach.
- Garnish and enjoy: Add fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately or store for later.
Notes
Roast beets ahead of time for deeper flavor. Keep dressing separate until ready to serve to prevent sogginess.