Chickpea and Cucumber Salad Recipe
Are you hungry right now? You need a fast meal. This Chickpea and Cucumber Salad Recipe is perfect.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Colander
- Measuring spoons
- Small jar.
- Salad tongs
Ingredients
- 15 oz Chickpeas
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1/4 cup Red Onion
- 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/4 cup Feta Cheese
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Chickpeas: Open the can and drain the liquid. Rinse them well under cold water. Let them dry for a minute.
- Chop the Vegetables: Dice the cucumber into small cubes. Mince the red onion very finely. Chop the fresh parsley into small bits.
- Make the Dressing: Put oil and lemon juice in a jar. Add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Shake the jar until it looks thick.
- Mix the Salad: Place chickpeas and veggies in the bowl. Pour the dressing over the top. Toss everything until it is well coated.
- Add the Garnish: Sprinkle the feta cheese on top. Add the dried oregano for extra smell. Serve it cold and enjoy.
Notes
➔ Use English cucumbers because they have very thin skin.
➔ Rinse chickpeas well to remove any extra salt.
➔ Chill the salad for thirty minutes for better taste.
➔ Dice all vegetables to the size of a chickpea.
➔ Use fresh lemon juice instead of the bottled kind.
➔ Add a pinch of red pepper for some heat.