Greek
Greek Chickpea Salad
Crunchy vegetables, feta and bright lemon dressing
A crisp Greek-inspired chickpea salad with tomatoes, cucumber, olives and a sharp lemon dressing.

Bright, satisfying and built for real life.
This recipe brings together the generous flavours of Greek cooking in a format that works on a busy day. Read through the method before starting and adjust seasoning to your taste.
Ingredient notes & swaps
- Use cannellini beans instead of chickpeas.
- For a dairy-free salad, omit the feta and add extra olives.
The recipe
Greek Chickpea Salad
Ingredients
Salad
Dressing
Method
- 1
Put the chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, feta and olives in a wide serving bowl.
- 2
Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice and oregano together until the dressing looks glossy.
- 3
Pour over the salad, toss gently and taste before adding any extra salt.
This salad works well as a light lunch or alongside grilled food. Dress it shortly before serving for the best texture.
Storage
Refrigerate in a sealed container for up to 2 days.
Freezing
This fresh salad is not suitable for freezing.
Reheating
Serve chilled or allow it to come to cool room temperature.
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