Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Recipe!

### **🥗 Mediterranean Chickpea Salad – Fresh & Flavorful!**

This **Mediterranean Chickpea Salad** is light, refreshing, and packed with protein! It’s perfect as a healthy side or a filling main dish.

#### **Ingredients:**
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cucumber, diced
- ¼ red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- ¼ cup feta cheese (omit for vegan)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper

#### **Instructions:**
1. **Prepare the veggies** – Chop the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives.
2. **Mix the salad** – In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, veggies, olives, and feta cheese.
3. **Make the dressing** – Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. **Toss & serve** – Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well, and let it sit for 10 minutes for the flavors to blend.
5. **Enjoy!** – Serve chilled or at room temperature.

🌿 **Tip:** Add **avocado, quinoa, or grilled tofu** for extra texture and nutrition!