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Cucumber Chickpea Dill Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and nutritious Cucumber Chickpea Dill Salad combining crisp cucumbers, protein-rich chickpeas, and fresh dill, tossed in a light lemon and olive oil dressing. Perfect as a light lunch or a healthy side dish.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups cucumbers, diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

Dressing Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and dice the cucumbers carefully. Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly to reduce excess sodium.
  2. Chop the Onion and Dill: Finely chop the red onion and fresh dill to release their flavors and ensure even distribution in the salad.
  3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the diced cucumbers, chickpeas, red onion, dill, and cherry tomatoes if you choose to use them.
  4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create a simple, tangy dressing.
  5. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the combined salad ingredients and toss gently to coat all components evenly without bruising the veggies.
  6. Add Feta Cheese: Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top for a creamy and salty contrast, if desired.
  7. Chill (Optional): For an enhanced flavor, refrigerate the salad for 15-20 minutes so the ingredients meld together.
  8. Serve: Give the salad a final gentle toss before serving to redistribute the dressing and enjoy fresh.

Notes

  • This salad can be made vegan by omitting the feta cheese.
  • Use fresh dill for the best flavor; dried dill will not have the same aromatic quality.
  • You can prepare the salad a few hours ahead but avoid adding feta until just before serving to maintain its texture.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to your taste, especially if you omit rinsing the chickpeas.
  • Adding cherry tomatoes is optional but adds a nice burst of color and sweetness.

Keywords: Cucumber salad, chickpea salad, dill salad, Mediterranean salad, vegetarian salad, healthy salad, no-cook recipe

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