Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Salad
  • PREP TIME
    25 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    25 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    494

A vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean salad, bursting with fresh zucchini, hearty chickpeas, and sun-ripened tomatoes, all kissed with a light balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as a side or a light lunch, this salad is a celebration of simple, flavorful ingredients.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    19 g
  • Cholesterol
    11 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    6 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    515 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    19 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View In a large bowl, combine the diced zucchini, drained and rinsed chickpeas, halved grape tomatoes, chopped red bell pepper, sweet onion, crumbled feta cheese, and Kalamata olives. (5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, chopped fresh rosemary, drained and chopped capers, minced garlic, dried Greek oregano, and red pepper flakes. (3 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and ground black pepper to taste. (2 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View For the best flavor, cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. (120 minutes)

For an extra layer of flavor, try grilling the zucchini before dicing. It adds a lovely smoky char.
If you don't have white balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar makes a great substitute.
This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will continue to develop over time.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.9/ 5 ( 164 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Misty Effertz

    I added some grilled chicken to make it a complete meal. It was delicious!

  • Mathew Weber

    Chilling it for a few hours really does make a difference. The flavors are much more pronounced.

  • Ethan Tromp

    The balsamic dressing is perfect and not too overpowering. I will definitely be making this again.

  • Edwin Gutkowskihudson

    This salad is so easy to make and tastes amazing! I love the combination of flavors and the fresh ingredients.

  • Tessie Friesen

    I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.

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