Pioneer Woman Chickpea Salad

This easy and nutritious Pioneer Woman Chickpea Salad is a vibrant mix of fresh veggies, creamy avocado, and tangy feta. With a simple, zesty dressing, it’s the perfect quick meal for any day. Feel free to swap in your favorite ingredients for a customizable, delicious dish!

Ingredients Needed

For the Salad:

• 1 (15-oz.) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 6 oz. feta cheese, cubed
• 1 English cucumber, cut into half moons
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 orange bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 avocados, cubed
• 1 cup chopped Italian parsley
• 1/2 cup torn basil

For the Dressing:

• 1/3 cup olive oil
• 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
• 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 garlic clove, grated
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt
• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes

How To Make Chickpea Salad

1. Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, feta, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, avocado, parsley, and basil. Toss gently to mix.
2. Make the Dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until smooth and well combined.
3. Assemble the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and gently fold to coat everything evenly. Serve immediately for the freshest taste!

Recipe Tips

• Use ripe avocados: Make sure your avocados are perfectly ripe for a creamy texture that complements the crunch of the veggies.
• Drain and rinse chickpeas well: Rinsing chickpeas removes excess salt and liquid, making the salad fresher and more flavorful.
• Customize with your favorite veggies: Feel free to swap in different veggies like cucumbers, carrots, or olives to suit your taste.
• Make the dressing ahead of time: Preparing the dressing in advance allows the flavors to blend better and saves you time when you’re ready to serve.
• Toss gently: When mixing the salad, toss gently to avoid mashing the avocado or breaking up the feta.

How To Store Leftovers

Store leftover chickpea salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 420
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Sodium: 740 mg
• Potassium: 550 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 19 g
• Dietary Fiber: 6 g
• Sugars: 6 g
• Protein: 12 g​

More Pioneer Woman Recipes:

• Pioneer Woman Greek Pasta Salad
• Pioneer Woman Corn Salad
• Pioneer Woman Egg Salad
• Pioneer Woman Ambrosia Salad
• Pioneer Woman Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad