Layered Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

A vibrant salad with chickpeas, vegetables, and herbs layered for a refreshing, nutrient-packed meal inspired by aviation's clear pathways.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Salads

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
• 1 cucumber
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1/2 red onion
• 1/2 cup kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup feta cheese
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley
• 1 tsp dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas, 1 peeled and diced cucumber, 1 diced red bell pepper, and 1/2 finely diced red onion.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Pour dressing over chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat. Stir in 1/2 cup pitted and halved Kalamata olives and 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese.
4. Step 4: Garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.