A refreshing, vibrant salad made with earthy beets, protein-packed chickpeas, creamy feta, and a zesty lemon-garlic vinaigrette.
2 cups cooked beets, diced
1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or mint
Optional: 2 cups arugula or mixed greens
For the Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette:
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/3 cup olive oil
Roast or cook beets until tender. Peel and dice.
Rinse and dry chickpeas. Optional: roast for extra texture.
Whisk vinaigrette ingredients in a small bowl or jar.
In a large bowl, combine beets, chickpeas, red onion, feta, herbs, and greens if using.
Pour vinaigrette over and toss gently. Serve immediately or chill before serving.
Add grains like quinoa for a complete meal.
Keeps well in fridge for 3 days.
Use golden beets for a colorful variation.