Description
Tzatziki Chickpea Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that beautifully marries hearty chickpeas with crisp vegetables, all enveloped in a creamy tzatziki dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for any occasion, whether served as a light lunch, an appetizer at gatherings, or a side dish for grilled meats. With its Mediterranean flair and satisfying blend of flavors, it’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.
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 chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, dill, and parsley. Toss to mix.
- 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 salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 8mg