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Roasted Chickpea Greek Salad: A Fresh, Easy Twist on Tradition

Roasted Chickpea Greek Salad

A light and nutritious salad featuring roasted chickpeas and fresh vegetables, bringing a modern take to a classic Greek salad.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. On a baking sheet, toss chickpeas with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and sea salt. Spread in a single layer.
  3. Roast chickpeas for 25-30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until crispy.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, parsley, and olives.
  5. Add roasted chickpeas to the salad.
  6. Drizzle with red wine vinegar and season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
  7. Serve immediately or allow to chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Notes

  • Add avocado for creaminess.
  • Use canned chickpeas to save time.

Nutrition

Keywords: Roasted Chickpea Greek Salad, salad, healthy recipe