Chickpeas, fresh herbs, and veggies combine with lemon zest for a refreshing, satisfying summer dish.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Salad
01 - 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
07 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional, omit for vegan preparation)
→ Lemon Herb Dressing
08 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
11 - 1 clove garlic, minced
12 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, sea salt, and ground black pepper until fully emulsified.
03 - Pour the lemon herb dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to ensure an even coating.
04 - If using, distribute crumbled feta cheese over the salad just before serving.
05 - Refrigerate for 10 minutes if a colder presentation is desired, then serve immediately.
