The Vegan Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is tasty. It has 320 calories per serving and takes 15 minutes to make. You may serve your salad at festivals, lunches, functions, dinners, events, or feasts. Your recipe contains chickpeas, avocado, cucumber, red onion, salt, vegan feta cheese, Dijon mustard, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, cherry tomatoes, garlic powder, and black pepper. It will make the salad tasty & delicious. Pair the salad with grilled vegetable wraps, tomato soup, garlic flatbread, grilled tofu, or vegan falafel. Keep the salad in the refrigerator for 60 days. This Vegan Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is not hard to make, as the steps are simple.
STATS:
- Total time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Course: Salad
- Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
- Serving size: 1 bowl
- Cook time: Nil
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Serving: 4
- Prep time: 15 minutes
EQUIPMENT:
- Measuring cups
- Spoon
- Cutting board
- Small bowl
- Measuring spoons
- Large mixing bowl
INGREDIENTS:
- One cup chopped cucumber
- 2 cups chickpeas
- 1 large diced avocado
- Quarter cup sliced red onion
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 tbsp chopped parsley
- Half cup crumbled vegan feta cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Quarter tsp salt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Half tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Quarter tsp black pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKPEAS:
- It is the main component that makes your salad filling and satisfying. Use canned chickpeas to save your time. You may replace it with white beans as per your preference.
AVOCADO:
- Avocado provides a creamy texture and makes your salad richer without using heavy dressings. You may use hummus or diced mango as an alternative.
VEGAN FETA CHEESE:
- It gives a tangy taste that maintains creamy avocado and mild chickpeas. Also, it provides a Mediterranean-style taste to your salad. We may utilize crumbled tofu with lemon juice & salt if vegan feta is not available.
CUCUMBER:
- Cucumber provides freshness and crunch to your salad. It makes the salad light and refreshing. Use celery as another idea.
CHERRY TOMATOES:
- It includes sweetness and bright color in the recipe. Replace it with Roma tomatoes as per your preference.
OLIVE OIL:
- Olive oil makes a smooth dressing and gives richness to your salad. Use avocado oil as another option.
LEMON JUICE:
- It includes brightness and helps prevent your avocado from turning brown. It makes your salad fresh. Lime juice is a good alternative as well.
DIJON MUSTARD:
- Dijon mustard provides a tangy taste and smoothly blends your dressing ingredients. Use yellow mustard as per your choice.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- First, you will drain and rinse your chickpeas properly, then include them in a large mixing bowl.
- You will chop your vegetables.
- Then, put avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, vegan feta, and parsley into your bowl with chickpeas.
- Now mix olive oil, salt, lemon juice, black pepper, garlic powder, and Dijon mustard in your small bowl.
- Include your dressing in the salad bowl and gently mix everything to coat all the ingredients.
- Lastly, taste your salad and adjust salt or lemon juice.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
MAIN:
- Grilled Vegetable Wraps
- Lemon Herb Rice
- Quinoa Pilaf
- Roasted Sweet Potatoes
SIDES:
- Garlic Roasted Vegetables
- Tomato Soup
- Fresh Fruit Salad
- Air Fryer Potatoes
BREAD:
- Toasted Pita Bread
- Whole Wheat Bread
- Garlic Flatbread
- Seeded Crackers
PROTEIN:
- Grilled Tofu
- Crispy Tempeh
- Roasted Edamame
- Vegan Falafel
TIPS:
- You will use ripe but firm avocados so they keep their shape.
- Chill your salad for ten minutes before serving to get a fresher taste.
- We will include avocados before serving to keep them bright.
- Rinse your chickpeas well before using to improve the taste.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store your dish in the box for two days.
FREEZER:
- Freezing your salad is not recommended.
FAQs:
Is my salad gluten-free?
- Yes, your salad is naturally gluten-free.
What is the alternative to vegan feta?
- You may use seasoned tofu as per your choice.
Should I include more vegetables in my salad?
- You may add bell peppers, olives, spinach, or corn as well.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net carbs: 18 grams
Iron: 3 g
Total carbs: 25 grams
Vitamin A: 850 IU
Fiber: 7 grams
Calcium: 120 g
Protein: 10 grams
Sodium: 410 g
Potassium: 620 grams
Calories: 320 kcal
