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A bowl of Cucumber Chickpea Salad with sunflower seeds, feta and herbs with a spoon sticking out.

Cucumber Chickpea Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Erin Jensen
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Counter Top
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Our light & refreshing Cucumber Chickpea Salad is the perfect summer lunch option that is high in protein and fiber!


Ingredients

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Tzatziki Salad Dressing:

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/23/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup English cucumber, shredded & moisture squeezed out

Cucumber Chickpea Salad:

  • 3 cups mini cucumbers, sliced
  • 15oz canned chickpeas, drained & rinsed
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/3 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/21 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Make Dressing: Put 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons fresh dill, 1 tablespoon garlic, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, 2 teaspoons mint leaves, 1 teaspoon lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small food processor. Blend until smooth. Transfer to a mixing bowl and fold in the cup of shredded cucumbers after squeezing out the moisture with a paper towel. Taste, add additional salt, if desired, and set aside.
  2. Assemble Salad: Put all of the salad ingredients in a large bowl. Toss to combine.
  3. Add Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss again to coat everything.
  4. Serve: Enjoy right away or store in the fridge for later!

Notes

  • Dairy Free: use a dairy-free alternative for the plain Greek yogurt.
  • Storage: keep the salad in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size:
  • Calories: 345
  • Sugar: 5.2 g
  • Sodium: 814.4 mg
  • Fat: 19.4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28.2 g
  • Fiber: 7.9 g
  • Protein: 18.8 g
  • Cholesterol: 26 mg