Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette

This Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette salad is a vibrant and healthy dish with a sweet-tart combination of cranberries, chickpeas, feta, and fresh herbs. The lemon vinaigrette adds a zesty finish, making it a refreshing and satisfying salad.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
⅓ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

For the Lemon Vinaigrette:

3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey (optional, or use a sweetener of choice)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Salad

Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, chopped red onion, and chopped parsley.

Step 2: Make the Lemon Vinaigrette

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary. If you prefer a sweeter dressing, add a little more honey.

Step 3: Assemble the Salad

Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Make sure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.

Step 4: Serve & Enjoy

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors develop. This salad is great as a side dish or light lunch.

Nutritional Breakdown (Per Serving, Makes 4 Servings)

Calories: ~190 kcal
Fat: ~10g
Protein: ~6g
Total Carbs: ~19g
- Fiber: ~5g
- Net Carbs: ~14g

Serving Suggestions

Serve with grilled chicken or fish for a complete meal.
Add some toasted almonds or walnuts for extra crunch.
Enjoy with a side of whole-grain pita or crusty bread.

This Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette salad is perfect for a light and satisfying meal, full of flavor and texture! Enjoy! 🥗