Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

This is one of my favorite side dishes to make, year round.  Chickpeas are the star of the dish and offer plenty of plant based protein, fiber, and includes several B vitamins, calcium, iron, magnesium and zinc.   In the summer, I try to add more fresh ingredients, and when they become less available, there are plenty of alternatives to use. The best part is, it gets better each day!

Mediterranean Chickpea salad

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A savory, protein packed side dish that can be altered to suit a range of palates. So easy to make, and has so many simple variations, depending on what's in your kitchen. While I put in measurements, all of the ingredients are to taste, preference and availability.

Servings	Prep Time
4 people	10-15 minutes

Servings Prep Time 4 people 10-15 minutes

Mediterranean Chickpea salad Print Recipe A savory, protein packed side dish that can be altered to suit a range of palates. So easy to make, and has so many simple variations, depending on what's in your kitchen. While I put in measurements, all of the ingredients are to taste, preference and availability. Servings Prep Time 4 people 10-15 minutes Servings Prep Time 4 people 10-15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 29 oz can Chickpeas I prefer Eden
• 1/2 Cup Kalamata olives
• 1 Cup Grape or Cherry Tomatoes sliced in half
• 1/3 Cup Organic Feta optional
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 Lemon juice or juice of 1 whole lemon
• Salt and Pepper to Taste

Servings: people

Recipe Notes

Variations include:

Adding 1/3 C sundried tomatoes in place of fresh tomatoes

Adding 1/2 cup chopped cucumber

Mixing in 3 Tbsp of pesto, in place of oil and lemon juice

Omitting the Feta for a vegan option

Adding 1/3 cup of chopped bell pepper

*As always, use organic whenever possible

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