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Chickpea, Beet & Feta Salad with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette Recipe


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  • Author: Emma
  • Total Time: 55-70 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This vibrant Chickpea, Beet & Feta Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish featuring roasted beets, creamy feta, and hearty chickpeas tossed with fresh greens and a zesty lemon-garlic vinaigrette. Perfect as a light lunch or a colorful side, it combines earthy, tangy, and savory flavors that are sure to delight.


Ingredients

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Salad

  • 2 medium beets, roasted and diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups mixed greens or baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Vinaigrette

  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Roast the beets: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the beets in foil and roast for 45-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork. Allow them to cool, then peel off the skins and dice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Combine salad ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the roasted beets, chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, finely chopped red onion, mixed greens or baby spinach, and chopped fresh parsley.
  3. Prepare the vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
  4. Toss the salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and gently toss to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
  5. Serve or chill: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh taste or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.

Notes

  • Roasting the beets enhances their natural sweetness—if short on time, you can substitute with pre-cooked beets.
  • The salad can be served as a light main dish or as a side to grilled meats or fish.
  • To make this vegan, replace feta cheese with a plant-based alternative or omit entirely.
  • Chilling the salad before serving allows the flavors to develop more fully.
  • Adjust the amount of garlic and lemon juice in the vinaigrette to suit your taste preferences.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean