Fast and Easy Garbanzo Salad

Bright, refreshing, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Fast and Easy Garbanzo Salad is the perfect solution for a quick, healthy meal. Featuring tender canned garbanzo beans (aka chickpeas), juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion, this salad comes together in just 10 minutes with no cooking required. The dish is elevated with a simple yet vibrant dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and a hint of garlic, while optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, savory touch. Ideal as a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a make-ahead meal for busy days, this versatile recipe is both nutritious and satisfying. Plus, it's vegetarian-friendly and easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy the perfect balance of flavor and ease with this summery garbanzo salad!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned garbanzo beans under cold water. Set aside to let them dry slightly.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half. Dice the cucumber into small cubes, and finely chop the parsley. Thinly slice the red onion into small slivers.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, add the garbanzo beans, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, grated garlic clove, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

If desired, sprinkle feta cheese on top for additional flavor and creaminess.

Step 7

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1010.5 grams (1010.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	996

Total Fat 61.80g	79%
Saturated Fat 16.00g	80%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 2589mg	113%
Total Carbohydrate 87.80g	32%
Dietary Fiber 20.70g	74%
Total Sugars 22.60g
Protein 30.40g	61%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 502mg	39%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1565mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.1%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 34.1%