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Fresh Mediterranean Cucumber Chickpea Salad with Feta Dill

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A vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean salad featuring crisp cucumbers, creamy feta, and fresh dill, perfect for quick summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium English cucumbers, diced
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 oz (115 g) feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced (optional)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Dice cucumbers into bite-sized pieces, halve the tomatoes, and finely slice the red onion. Chop fresh dill and parsley last.
  2. Open the can of chickpeas, rinse well under cold water, and drain thoroughly.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, dill, and parsley. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top and toss lightly to distribute without breaking up the cheese too much.
  6. Optional: Let the salad sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

If the salad feels watery, salt the cucumbers and let them drain in a colander for 10 minutes before mixing. For better flavor, chill the salad for 30 minutes before serving. Use English cucumbers for less bitterness and fewer seeds. Rinse chickpeas well to remove canning liquid. Be gentle when tossing with feta to keep cheese chunks intact.

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Keywords: Mediterranean salad, cucumber salad, chickpea salad, feta cheese, dill, summer salad, healthy salad, vegetarian, gluten-free

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