A delightful and nutritious salad that encapsulates the essence of summer, bursting with Mediterranean flavors, featuring the sweetness of ripe peaches paired with protein-packed chickpeas.
Ingredients
Scale:
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 ripe peaches, diced
1 cucumber, diced
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas.
Incorporate the diced peaches, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and fresh basil into the bowl with chickpeas. Gently toss the ingredients together.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey (if using), salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently until all ingredients are well-coated.
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad and give it a gentle toss.
For maximum flavor, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
