Ingredients
- 400 g chickpeas rinsed
- 100 g feta cheese crumbled
- 1 cucumber diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 small red onion finely chopped
- 100 g cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 tsp dried oreganum
- salt to taste
- ground pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the rinsed chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, chopped red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.
- Gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Allow the salad to sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This helps the flavors meld together.
- Before serving, garnish the salad with fresh parsley or basil leaves if desired.This Feta Chickpea Salad is a delicious and diabetes-friendly option, as it's rich in fiber from the chickpeas and packed with fresh vegetables. Adjust the portion sizes to fit your dietary needs, and consult with a healthcare professional for personalized dietary guidance.
Nutrition Facts
Chickpea feta salad
Serving Size
1 Serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
782
% Daily Value*
Fat
45
g
69
%
Saturated Fat
11
g
69
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
6
g
Monounsaturated Fat
24
g
Cholesterol
45
mg
15
%
Sodium
599
mg
26
%
Potassium
1144
mg
33
%
Carbohydrates
71
g
24
%
Fiber
19
g
79
%
Sugar
18
g
20
%
Protein
27
g
54
%
Vitamin A
2482
IU
50
%
Vitamin C
100
mg
121
%
Calcium
392
mg
39
%
Iron
7
mg
39
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.