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Fresh 15 minute chickpea avocado salad with chickpeas avocado feta red onion and herbs

Chickpea Avocado Salad with Creamy Feta

Fresh, healthy chickpea avocado salad featuring tender chickpeas, diced ripe avocados, crumbled feta cheese, red onion, parsley, and cilantro in a zesty lemon garlic dressing. A no-cook protein-packed meal perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Salad
  • 15 oz chickpeas Canned, drained, rinsed
  • 2 ripe avocados Diced
  • 4 oz feta cheese Crumbled
  • 0.25 cup red onion Thinly sliced
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley Chopped
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro Chopped
For Dressing
  • 3 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic Minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and pepper To taste

Equipment

  • 1 Large mixing bowl For combining
  • 1 Colander For draining
  • 1 Sharp knife For dicing
  • 1 Small bowl For dressing
  • 1 Whisk For mixing
  • 1 Large spoon For tossing

Method
 

  1. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 days.
  2. Dice Avocado – Cut avocados into chunks.
  3. Slice Onion – Thinly slice red onion.
  4. Make Dressing – Whisk oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  5. Combine – Add chickpeas and avocado to large bowl.
  6. Add Toppings – Add feta, onion, parsley, and cilantro.
  7. Dress – Drizzle dressing and toss gently.
  8. Season – Adjust salt, pepper, or lemon to taste.
  9. Serve – Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 days.

Notes

Best served fresh. Add cucumber or cherry tomatoes for variation. To make vegan, omit feta or use a plant-based alternative.