Divorce Salad: Unbelievable Flavor in 3 Days of Bliss Recipe
Divorce Salad is a vibrant and flavorful bean salad that combines chickpeas, black beans, feta cheese, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette. Perfect for meal prep or a refreshing side, this salad tastes even better after chilling for a few hours, offering an irresistible blend of textures and bright Mediterranean-inspired flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes (including chilling time, minimum)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Beans and Salad Base
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Salad Ingredients
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Combine Beans: In a large bowl, add the rinsed and drained chickpeas and black beans, forming the base of the salad.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until fully blended.
- Toss Beans with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the beans and toss gently to coat all the beans evenly, ensuring the flavors start to meld.
- Add Fresh Ingredients: Add the thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl with the beans.
- Combine Salad: Gently toss all ingredients together until everything is well combined without breaking the beans or onions.
- Chill Salad: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. For optimal flavor, chill for several hours or overnight to allow the flavors to fully develop.
- Serve: Serve the salad cold or at room temperature as a delicious side dish or light meal.
Notes
- This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, making it ideal for meal prep.
- For added crunch and color, consider incorporating diced bell peppers or cucumbers.
- Adjust the amount of red onion based on your spice and texture preference.
- If feta cheese is unavailable, goat cheese or sharp cheddar can be used as flavorful substitutes.
Keywords: Divorce Salad, bean salad, chickpea salad, black bean salad, vegetarian salad, Mediterranean salad, feta cheese salad, easy meal prep, no-cook salad
