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Tzatziki Chickpea Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad that combines creamy Greek yogurt with nuttiness from chickpeas and crunchy vegetables, enhanced by fresh herbs and a tangy dressing.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic (grated)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lemon (juiced)
  • 1 pound Persian cucumbers (chopped)
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas (canned)
  • Fresh dill (to taste)
  • Fresh mint (to taste)
  • Scallions (chopped, to taste)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together Greek yogurt, grated garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice in a large bowl.
  2. Season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
  3. Chop Persian cucumbers and drain the chickpeas thoroughly.
  4. Add the chopped cucumbers, chickpeas, dill, mint, and scallions to the dressing.
  5. Toss gently until all ingredients are well combined.
  6. Drizzle with additional olive oil before serving.

Notes

Use very fresh ingredients for the best flavor, especially herbs. Allow the salad to sit for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cooking
  • Cuisine: Greek
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: chickpea salad, tzatziki, Greek salad, vegetarian recipe, herbs