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Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad

This quick and nutritious Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a light side. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, creamy avocado, and salty feta, this salad comes together in minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can (400 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 medium red onion, finely chopped
  • to taste Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano or cumin (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse and drain the chickpeas well. Pat them dry to prevent excess moisture in the salad.
  2. Dice the avocado, slice the tomatoes, finely chop the onion, and herbs.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional spices.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, avocado, tomatoes, onion, and feta cheese.
Toss and Serve
  1. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately for the best texture and freshness.

Notes

Add avocado just before serving to avoid browning. Toss gently to keep the avocado chunks intact. Taste before serving and adjust lemon or salt. Chill for 10 minutes for enhanced flavor.