Greek Cucumber & Chickpea Salad
A refreshing Mediterranean salad packed with crisp cucumbers, protein-rich chickpeas, and creamy feta.
In a nutshell: This authentic greek greek cucumber & chickpea salad comes together in just 15 mins using simple whole ingredients. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.
This garden-fresh salad combines crisp cucumbers, hearty chickpeas, and tangy sheep's milk feta cheese tossed in an easy, bright lemon-herb vinaigrette. Perfect for healthy meal preps, side dishes, or light summer lunches.
Key Equipment
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Chef's Pro-Tips
- Dry Greens Thoroughly: Use a salad spinner to remove every drop of water from the greens. Wet leaves repel vinaigrette and dilute the dressing's punch.
- Dress Just Before Serving: Toss with dressing within 5 minutes of sitting down to eat. Salt in vinaigrettes pulls moisture from crisp produce if left sitting too long.
- Season with Flaky Sea Salt: A finishing sprinkle of Maldon or coarse sea salt right over dressed greens elevates all the garden flavors instantly.
Ingredients
4
servings
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1 ½ cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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1 large English cucumber, diced into 1/2-inch pieces
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1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
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½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
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¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
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3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, for dressing
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2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed, for dressing
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1 tsp dried oregano, for dressing
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¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
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Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep Chickpeas & Cucumber
Drain the chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly under cold running water. Spread them on a dry paper towel and pat dry. Dice the cucumber into uniform 1/2-inch pieces (do not peel, as the skin adds a beautiful crunch and color).
Mix Vinaigrette
In a small glass jar, combine the extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds until the oil and lemon juice emulsify into a cloudy, golden dressing.
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion. Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over the top and toss gently to coat all components.
Fold Feta & Herbs
Add the crumbled feta cheese and fresh chopped dill. Fold gently with a spatula so you don't mash the cheese. Let sit at room temp for 10 minutes before serving to let the chickpeas absorb the herb dressing.
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View on AmazonFrequently Asked Questions
Yes — it actually benefits from resting 10 minutes so the chickpeas absorb the dressing. For longer prep, combine everything except the feta and dill, refrigerate, and add those just before serving.
No — the recipe keeps the skin on for extra crunch and color. Just dice it into 1/2-inch pieces.
Yes — cook them until tender, then cool completely before adding. You'll need about 1/2 cup dried to equal the 1 1/2 cups canned.
Fold it in gently at the end with a spatula rather than tossing vigorously, and add it after the salad has rested.
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