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Amazing 30-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Grain Salad

Mediterranean Chickpea Grain Salad
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Enjoy this bright and flavorful Mediterranean Chickpea Grain Salad, perfect for a light lunch or side dish. It captures the fresh tastes of the Mediterranean in a simple bowl.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or farro
  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup chopped cucumber
  • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional for vegan)
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • For the Dressing:
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook your grain (quinoa or farro) according to package directions. Let it cool slightly.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooled grain, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese (if using), red onion, olives, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
  5. Gently toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

  • Chef Tariq suggests using high-quality olive oil for the best flavor.
  • If you skip the feta, add a teaspoon of nutritional yeast to the dressing for a slightly cheesy note.
  • This salad tastes even better after chilling for 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  • Amara often adds thinly sliced bell peppers for extra crunch.

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