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High-Protein Cucumber Salad

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A refreshing and nourishing salad loaded with protein from chickpeas and feta, perfect for busy weeknights or as a side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large Cucumbers
  • 1 can Canned Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Herbs (mixed – parsley, dill, or mint)
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • Juice of 1 large Lemon
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prep the Ingredients: Wash all veggies and chop cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Drain and Rinse the Chickpeas: Rinse under cold water to remove excess sodium.
  3. Chop the Veggies: Finely dice red onion and halve cherry tomatoes, then set aside in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add the Chickpeas and Feta: Toss chickpeas and feta cheese into the bowl.
  5. Mix in Fresh Herbs: Fold chopped herbs into the mixture.
  6. Prepare the Dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  7. Toss It All Together: Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently.
  8. Chill and Serve: Let rest in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Can be made a day ahead; add dressing just before serving to keep cucumbers crisp.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, high-protein salad, healthy salad, Mediterranean salad, chickpea salad

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