Protein-packed Mediterranean salad with chicken, chickpeas, feta, and fresh vegetables in a tangy lemon-oregano dressing.
# Ingredient List:
→ Protein
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
02 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
→ Vegetables & Herbs
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
04 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
05 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
06 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
→ Cheese & Olives
07 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
08 - 1/3 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
→ Dressing
09 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 tsp dried oregano
12 - 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
13 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
14 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the diced chicken, drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, chopped parsley, crumbled feta cheese, and halved olives.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified and smooth.
03 - Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until all components are evenly coated with the Mediterranean vinaigrette.
04 - Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 20 minutes for a chilled presentation.
