Beet Chickpea Feta Salad – Vibrant, Protein-Packed & Refreshing
A vibrant, protein-packed salad combining earthy beets, creamy feta, and chickpeas—perfect for healthy lunches or light dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossed
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 medium beets, cooked and diced
1/2 cup feta cheese, cubed or crumbled
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tbsp red onion, finely minced
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Dice cooked beets and place them in a large bowl.
2. Add chickpeas for a hearty protein boost.
3. Mix in chopped parsley and red onion.
4. Gently fold in feta cubes.
5. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar, toss to coat, and season with salt and pepper.
Notes
Serve chilled or room temp for meal prep or a quick refreshing lunch.
For best results, marinate for 30 minutes.
Substitute lemon juice for a brighter taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg