Chickpea, Beet & Feta Salad with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette Recipe
A vibrant and nutritious Chickpea, Beet & Feta Salad tossed with a zesty Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette. This refreshing salad combines tender chickpeas, earthy roasted beets, tangy feta cheese, and a bright homemade vinaigrette, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 to 40 minutes (including optional chilling)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium cooked beets, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 cups arugula or mixed greens (optional, for serving)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey (if using), salt, and black pepper until the mixture is fully emulsified and smooth. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced cooked beets, thinly sliced red onion, chopped fresh parsley, and half of the crumbled feta cheese. Gently toss to combine the ingredients evenly.
- Add Dressing and Toss: Drizzle the prepared lemon-garlic vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients with the flavorful dressing.
- Serve: Serve the salad immediately over a bed of fresh arugula or mixed greens if desired. Sprinkle the remaining feta cheese on top for added texture and flavor.
- Optional Chilling: For enhanced taste, chill the salad in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to develop and meld beautifully.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked or roasted beets to save preparation time.
- This salad is great as a make-ahead dish; flavors improve after chilling.
- For added crunch, try incorporating toasted walnuts or sunflower seeds.
Keywords: chickpea salad, beet salad, feta cheese salad, lemon garlic vinaigrette, Mediterranean salad, vegetarian salad, healthy salad
