Lemony Chickpea & Cucumber Salad with Feta

Ingredients

• 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 clove garlic, minced(optional)
• 1/4 tsp salt(optional)
• 1/8 tsp black pepper(optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then add them to a bowl.

2. 2

   Dice the cucumber and add it to the bowl with the chickpeas.

3. 3

   In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, minced garlic (if using), salt (if using), and black pepper.

4. 4

   Pour the dressing over the chickpeas and cucumber, then toss to coat.

5. 5

   Fold in the feta and parsley (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning, then serve.