Warm Chickpea and Olive Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette

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A hearty salad of tender chickpeas, Kalamata olives, and fresh herbs tossed in a tangy red wine vinaigrette served warm. This greek-inspired salads (vegan, mediterranean) ready in about 17 minutes pairs canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed, Kalamata olives, pitted and halved, red onion, finely chopped into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 7 min Serves 4 Greek cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups drained and rinsed canned chickpeas and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and starting to brown slightly.
  2. Step 2: Remove the skillet from heat and stir in 1/2 cup pitted and halved Kalamata olives, 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 minced garlic clove, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
  4. Step 4: Pour the vinaigrette over the warm chickpea mixture and toss gently to combine.
  5. Step 5: Serve immediately as a warm salad or side dish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Warm Chickpea and Olive Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette take to make?

Total time is about 17 minutes (10 min prep + 7 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Warm Chickpea and Olive Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep red onion, finely chopped from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Warm Chickpea and Olive Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Warm Chickpea and Olive Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Warm Chickpea and Olive Salad with Red Wine Vinaigrette vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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