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Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette – The Best 10-Minute Zesty Salad

Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette – The Best 10-Minute Zesty Salad

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Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette – The Best 10-Minute Zesty Salad is a delightful and nutritious dish that you can whip up in a flash. This vibrant salad features protein-rich chickpeas, tangy feta cheese, and sweet dried cranberries, all brought together by a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleaser at potlucks, this recipe is versatile enough to serve as a side or light main course. Each bite is packed with flavor and crunch, making it an instant favorite among both kids and adults. Plus, it’s easy to prepare ahead of time for those on-the-go lunches!

  • Total Time: 0 hours
  • Yield: Serves approximately 4

Ingredients

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  • 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
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, feta cheese, cranberries, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently to mix.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss well to coat. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving.
  • Author: Nova
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: N/A
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 340
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg