Description
Tzatziki Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, nutritious meal that captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors. This refreshing salad combines protein-packed chickpeas with fresh vegetables, all coated in a creamy tzatziki dressing made from Greek yogurt. Perfect for picnics, lunch gatherings, or a light dinner, it offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion, dill, and parsley.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and olive oil until smooth.
- Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the tzatziki dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg