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Crispy Chickpea Cobb Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and nutritious Crispy Chickpea Cobb Salad, featuring crisp vegetables, tangy feta, and a bright shallot dressing. This salad combines protein-rich chickpeas with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, and olives, tossed in a zesty lemon-oregano dressing, perfect for a light lunch or healthy dinner.

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 0.5 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 0.25 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

Dressing Ingredients

  • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced or grated
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Soak Onion: Soak the finely chopped red onion in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow its sharpness. After soaking, drain and pat dry thoroughly before adding to the salad.
  2. Prepare Vegetables: Halve the cherry or grape tomatoes, dice the English cucumber and red bell pepper, and finely chop the fresh parsley. Set aside.
  3. Rinse Chickpeas: Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas well to remove excess sodium and any canned flavor.
  4. Make Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  5. Combine Salad: In a large mixing bowl, mix the drained chickpeas, prepared vegetables, sliced Kalamata olives, crumbled feta, and chopped parsley.
  6. Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly without breaking the chickpeas or feta.
  7. Chill and Serve: Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Stir gently before serving cold.

Notes

  • Soaking the red onion is optional but recommended to reduce its sharp bite.
  • For added texture, you can roast the chickpeas until crispy before adding to the salad.
  • The salad can be stored refrigerated for up to 2 days but is best enjoyed fresh.
  • Feel free to add avocado or boiled eggs for extra richness and protein.

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