Chickpea & Feta Salad

This is an EASY-CHICK-PEASY, light and fresh side for those last sweltering weeks of summer. There's no heat involved with the preparation of this dish, which is always a blessing when its nearly 100 degrees outside.

The flavors are bountiful and fresh - chickpeas, red bell peppers, fresh herbs and feta are the stars of this show. They are brightened up with a spritz of fresh lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil and a dash of salt. A little minced shallot also makes an appearance.

If you're looking for a healthy and easy side that's flawless for summer, look no more.

Bon Appetit, my foodie friends!

Chickpea & Feta Salad
Adapted from: Southern Living magazine, August 2013

Ingredients:
1 (15.5 oz.) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 red bell peppers, diced
1 small shallot, minced
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions:
Stir together chickpeas, red bell peppers, shallot, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt in a large bowl.

Fold fresh herbs into chickpea mixture.

Top with crumbled feta cheese just before serving.

Enjoy!

Comments

Vanessa said…

This looks delicious! Chick Peas are my favorite bean

August 10, 2013 at 10:40 PM

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