Description
Craving a light yet flavorful dish? The Tzatziki Chickpea Salad is your answer! This vibrant salad combines creamy tzatziki with protein-rich chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. Perfect for a quick lunch or as a side at dinner, it’s quick to prepare and packed with nutrients. Enjoy the delightful balance of flavors that makes this salad versatile for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt for vegan option)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup cucumber, grated (excess moisture squeezed out)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and chopped dill.
- In a separate bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, grated cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the tzatziki dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently fold until well combined.
- Adjust seasoning as needed. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None required
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 375mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg