Enjoy this quick and easy Greek Chickpea Salad with Tzatziki Dressing, perfect as a vegetarian lunch or a side dish for dinner. It includes all the flavors of a Greek salad, minus the lettuce, mixed with a creamy tzatziki dressing.
Why You’ll Love It
- Healthy Vegetarian Option: This salad is great for a nutritious vegetarian meal. Chickpeas and Greek yogurt add protein, and it’s high in fiber.
- No Greens Needed: If you prefer salads without greens, try this chickpea salad.
Ingredients For Greek Chickpea Salad
- Chickpeas: Use canned for convenience.
- Cucumbers: Persian or English for crunch, seeds removed.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Adds sweetness.
- Red Onion: For bold flavor.
- Kalamata Olives: Classic Greek taste.
- Fresh Dill: For freshness.
- Greek Yogurt: Creamy and tart, use 2% or whole milk.
- Lemon: Use fresh zest and juice.
- Red Wine Vinegar: Adds acidity.
- Feta Cheese: Crumble from a block for best texture.
- Garlic: Use powder or fresh.
How To Make Tzatziki Dressing
Mix Greek yogurt, lemon zest and juice, red wine vinegar, dill, salt, and pepper. Add crumbled feta and adjust seasoning. The dressing will thin once mixed with the salad.
How to Make the Greek Chickpea Salad
1. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and dill.
2. Season with salt and pepper, then add the dressing.
3. Toss to coat. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Serving Suggestions
This salad is hearty enough to be a meal with pita bread or rice. For added protein, consider Greek Lemon Chicken Skewers or Greek meatballs.
Using Dried Dill
You can substitute fresh dill with dried, using about a teaspoon for both the salad and dressing.
Variations and Substitutions
- Add cooked chicken for more protein.
- Include grains like farro or pasta such as couscous or orzo.
- Replace dill with chopped parsley.
- Add bell peppers or roasted red peppers.
Storage (Greek Chickpea Salad)
Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Note that the salad may become runny over time.
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Greek Chickpea Salad with Tzatziki Dressing
Enjoy this quick and easy Greek Chickpea Salad with Tzatziki Dressing, perfect as a vegetarian lunch or a side dish for dinner.
Ingredients
Salad
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups diced Persian or English cucumbers
- 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup halved Kalamata olives
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped dill
Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole)
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh chopped dill
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder or 1 clove minced garlic
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine salad ingredients in a large bowl.
- Whisk dressing ingredients in a smaller bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve or refrigerate.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 319Total Fat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 8mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 4g
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