Mediterranean Chickpea Salad: A Fresh and Flavorful Recipe

Directions

• Prepare the Chickpeas: Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas first. Transfer them into a spacious mixing basin.
• Chop the Vegetables:
  If you’re using an English cucumber, simply chop it into bite-sized pieces. If you opt for regular cucumbers, peel them in stripes for a better texture before dicing.
  Halve the cherry or grape tomatoes, ensuring everything is bite-sized for easy eating.
  Dice your bell pepper into smaller pieces for a delightful crunch throughout the salad.
  Thinly slice or dice the red onion, keeping in mind that raw red onion adds a wonderful sharpness to the dish.
• Add Fresh Herbs: Finely chop the basil leaves and fresh mint before adding them to the bowl. These herbs will provide a zesty taste to your salad.
• Add the Olives and Feta: To accentuate the Mediterranean flair of the salad, toss in the sliced kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese.
• Make the Dressing: Add the freshly squeezed lemon juice, honey, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a small mixing bowl. Until everything is fully combined, whisk everything together. Take into consideration the saltiness of the feta and olives when adjusting the salt and pepper to your preferred level.
• Combine and Serve: Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well combined. You can serve the salad in the mixing bowl or transfer it to a beautiful serving dish for a more polished presentation.