Do love a good salad without all of the filler? Lettuce is great, but sometimes you just want the good stuff. This Mediterranean Salad has an amazing mix of flavors if you crave foods from the Mediterranean. Loaded with beans, veggies, and my favorite cheese, it will fill you up quickly and give you the energy to keep going. Everything is betta with feta!
Ingredients
- Garbanzo beans - People also refer to them as chickpeas. These beans are a healthy low-budget ingredient found in many Mediterranean dishes.
- Cucumber - An English cucumber was used in this recipe. Many people prefer this over the seeded variety.
- Tomatoes
- Kalamata olives - If you only have the seeded variety, you can peel them away from the pit.
- Feta cheese
- Pepperoncini peppers
- Oregano
- Dill
- Red wine vinegar
- Lemon
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
Note: Refer to the recipe card below for exact quantities.
Equipment
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- Mixing bowls
- Knife
- Oil and vinegar dispensers
- Citrus squeezer
- Can opener
Storage
Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
This dish is not freezer friendly.
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Have leftover ingredients?
- Toss your extra garbanzo beans and feta cheese into this Mini Cucumber and Snack Pepper Salad.
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FAQ
Yes! They belong to the same legume family and people use both names interchangeably.
📖 Recipe
Mediterranean Salad
Ingredients
- Garbanzo beans
- Cucumber
- Tomatoes
- Kalamata olives
- Feta cheese
- Pepperoncini peppers
- Oregano
- Dill
- Cavender's Greek Seasoning
- Salt (or to taste)
- Pepper (or to taste)
Dressing
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Red wine vinegar
- Lemon
Instructions
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients. Set aside.
Salad
- Wash produce and cut into small salad sized portions. Drain beans.
- Assemble salad with all ingredients.
- Drizzle prepared dressing on top.
- Gently toss the salad. Serve chilled.
Food Safety
- Wash hands and create a clean work area.
- Rinse fresh produce thoroughly.
- Do not use the same cutting board or utensils on cooked food or produce, that previously touched raw meat or seafood.
- Do not leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
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