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Mediterranean Chickpea and Egg Salad
Description
This Simple Mediterranean Chickpea and Egg Salad is crafted with a delightful combination of chickpeas, two hard-boiled eggs, kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, a cucumber, and feta cheese, all dressed in a light blend of olive oil and red wine vinegar. It's a quick, nutritious meal that's perfectly suited for a healthy lifestyle.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 hard-boiled eggs, chopped
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, chopped eggs, kalamata olives, cherry tomatoes, and diced cucumber.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese to the mix.
- Pour the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the salad. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
- Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well coated with the dressing and evenly mixed.
- Allow the salad to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to merge the flavors before serving.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: 250 calories, 15g protein, 18g carbohydrates, 12g fat (3g saturated), 6g fiber, 320mg sodium.
Health Benefits
This Simple Mediterranean Chickpea and Egg Salad offers a host of health benefits. The chickpeas provide an excellent source of protein and fiber, aiding in fullness and digestive health. Eggs add high-quality protein and essential vitamins. Olives and olive oil contribute healthy fats crucial for heart health. Together with the nutrient-dense tomatoes and hydrating cucumber, this salad is a holistic, balanced meal ideal for maintaining a healthy diet.