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C. Motter Cindy

Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad

This vibrant and refreshing Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is a no-cook, 10-minute wonder packed with creamy avocado, tangy feta, and hearty chickpeas for a perfect summer dinner idea.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Salad Base
  • 1 15-ounce can Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) rinsed and drained
  • 2 large Avocados ripe but firm, diced into half-inch chunks
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese crumbled, preferably in brine
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 English Cucumber seeded and diced
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley finely chopped (or cilantro)
For the Balsamic Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil good quality
  • 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice (or lime juice)
  • 1 clove Garlic minced very fine
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl,
  • Small Jar with Lid

Method
 

Make the Balsamic Vinaigrette
  1. In a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Add a generous pinch of salt and pepper. Seal the jar and shake vigorously until the dressing is emulsified and slightly thickened. Set aside.
Combine the Base Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently add the rinsed and dried chickpeas, the halved grape tomatoes, the diced cucumber, the finely diced red onion, and the chopped fresh parsley.
Dress the Firm Ingredients
  1. Pour about two-thirds of your prepared balsamic dressing over the base ingredients. Using a large wooden spoon or spatula, gently toss everything together to allow absorption.
Add the Soft Ingredients
  1. Add the crumbled feta cheese and the diced avocado to the bowl.
Final Gentle Toss
  1. Add the remaining dressing only if the salad looks dry. Using a very light hand, gently fold the salad 2–3 times just until the feta and avocado are dispersed. Ensure avocado chunks remain distinct.
Serve or Rest
  1. Serve immediately at room temperature or let it rest in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes. Taste and adjust salt and pepper just before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 12gFat: 25g

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be stored for 1-2 days by separating the avocado and feta until ready to eat. Coat avocado in dressing to prevent browning. For variations, add olives or sun-dried tomatoes for a Mediterranean twist, or use plant-based feta for vegan. Prepare dressing ahead for better flavor.
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