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Greek Inspired Chickpea Salad with tzatziki dressing, featuring chickpeas, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and fresh dill.

Greek Inspired Chickpea Salad with Tzatziki Dressing

A vibrant, protein-packed Greek Inspired Chickpea Salad with Tzatziki Dressing that brings the authentic flavors of the Mediterranean to your table in just 15 minutes. Featuring crisp English cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and hearty chickpeas tossed in a velvety, garlic-herb yogurt dressing, this recipe is a cornerstone of healthy meal prepping and the perfect crowd-pleaser for your next gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Greek, Middle Eastern
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 English cucumbers chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper chopped
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 red onion diced
  • 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives halved
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
Tzatziki Dressing
  • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • Handful of fresh dill chopped
  • ¼ tsp sea salt to taste
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Whisk the Dressing: In a jar or small bowl, combine all dressing ingredients. Shake or whisk until creamy.
  2. Combine: Place all salad ingredients in a large bowl.
  3. Toss: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and chickpeas. Gently toss to coat.
  4. Marinate: Let the salad sit for 10 minutes.
  5. Serve: Enjoy chilled.

Notes

  • Pro Tip: For the best texture, use English (hothouse) cucumbers; they have thinner skin and smaller seeds, preventing the salad from becoming watery.
  • Garlic Intensity: If you prefer a milder dressing, let the minced garlic sit in the lemon juice for 5 minutes before adding the yogurt to take off the raw "bite."
  • Internal Link Opportunity: Pairs exceptionally well with our Mediterranean Garlic Butter Steak and Shrimp Skillet.