Description
A fresh and hearty Mediterranean-inspired salad made with crispy roasted chickpeas, juicy roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, and fragrant za’atar seasoning. Served over crisp greens with a bright lemon dressing, this salad is flavorful, colorful, and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons za’atar seasoning
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or mint, chopped
- 4 cups mixed greens or arugula
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pat the chickpeas dry and toss them with 2 tablespoons olive oil, za’atar seasoning, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the chickpeas evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast the chickpeas for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Add the cherry tomatoes to the baking sheet during the last 10 minutes of roasting so they soften and become juicy.
- Meanwhile, prepare the salad base by arranging the mixed greens, cucumber, and sliced red onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
- Add the roasted chickpeas and tomatoes to the salad bowl.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together.
- Top with crumbled feta cheese and freshly chopped parsley or mint before serving.
Notes
- Dry the chickpeas thoroughly before roasting for maximum crispiness.
- Goat cheese can be substituted for feta for a tangier flavor.
- Add avocado, quinoa, or couscous for a heartier meal.
- Kalamata olives make a delicious Mediterranean-style addition.
- Toasted pita chips add extra crunch and texture.
- For extra heat, sprinkle with red pepper flakes or drizzle with hot honey.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
