Fresh & Easy Tomato Cucumber Salad with Chickpeas and Feta

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Looking for a refreshing, protein-packed salad that’s ready in minutes? This Tomato Cucumber Salad with Chickpeas and Feta is a must-try! Loaded with vibrant vegetables, plant-based protein, and creamy feta, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is perfect for meal prep, summer cookouts, or a quick weekday lunch.

Why You’ll Love This Salad

Quick & Easy – Ready in under 15 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.

Healthy & Fresh – Hydrating cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and fiber-rich chickpeas make it light yet satisfying.

Make-Ahead Friendly – The flavors get even better after a few hours in the fridge.

Ingredients You’ll Need

English cucumbers – peeled and diced

Cherry tomatoes – halved

Canned Chickpeas – drained and rinsed
Did you know by simply rinsing canned beans can reduce sodium by 40%?

Feta cheese – crumbled

Fresh Parsley – or sub with dried

Olive oil – for a heart-healthy fat boost

Lemon juice – adds brightness

Salt & black pepper – to taste

How to Make Tomato Cucumber Salad

Prep the veggies: Peel and dice the cucumbers. Cut the cherry tomatoes in half. Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas.

Toss it all together: In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, feta, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

Taste and adjust: Mix well, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill to let the flavors meld.

Recipe Tips & Variations

Add Fresh Herbs: Swap dried parsley for fresh parsley, dill, or mint for a vibrant twist.

Make It a Meal: Add grilled chicken, salmon, or quinoa for extra protein and staying power.

Vegan Option: Use a plant-based feta alternative or omit cheese entirely.

Meal Prep Tip: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Highlights

High in fiber and plant protein from chickpeas

Hydrating and low in calories from cucumbers and tomatoes

Rich in calcium and flavor from feta cheese

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white bowl with chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and parsley

Cucumber, Tomato, Chickpea Salad

  • Author: Chef Julie Lopez, RD
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Yield: 8
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Ingredients

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  • 2 English cucumbers, peeled and diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • salt & pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Toss cucumbers, tomatoes, chickpeas, feta cheese, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, salt & pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Adjust seasonings, to taste and serve.
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