Description
This vibrant Chickpea, Beet & Feta Salad with Lemon is a quick, healthy salad perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Bursting with earthy roasted beets, creamy feta, and protein-rich chickpeas, it’s tossed in a fresh lemon dressing that brings it all to life. Whether you’re after easy dinner ideas, a wholesome side, or healthy snacks, this easy recipe delivers flavor and nourishment in every bite.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups cooked beets, cubed
1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained (15 oz)
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
2 cups mixed greens (optional)
Instructions
1. If using fresh beets, roast or boil them until tender, then peel and cut into cubes.
2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas, and let them dry slightly.
3. Chop the red onion and parsley.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
5. In a large bowl, combine beets, chickpeas, red onion, parsley, and feta.
6. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
7. Serve immediately over a bed of mixed greens, or chill for 15–20 minutes before serving.
8. Garnish with extra feta and parsley if desired.
Notes
Use pre-cooked or store-bought vacuum-sealed beets to save time.
Let cooked beets cool before mixing to avoid melting the feta.
Add grains like quinoa or couscous to turn it into a hearty meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: easy recipe, healthy snack, dinner ideas, quick salad, chickpea beet feta salad