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Chickpea and Black Bean Salad with Feta and Lime

A vibrant, 10-minute Chickpea and Black Bean Salad featuring glossy beans, crunchy red onions, and salty feta cheese tossed in a zesty lime and olive oil dressing. Perfect for healthy meal prep and summer side dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) Chickpeas Rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) Black beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup (60g) Red onion Finely diced
  • 1/2 cup (75g) Feta cheese Large, irregular crumbles
  • 1/2 cup (15g) Fresh cilantro Finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) Extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Fresh lime juice About 1 large lime
  • 1/2 tsp Sea salt To taste
  • 1/4 tsp Black pepper Freshly cracked

Equipment

  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl Ceramic preferred for presentation
  • 1 Colander For rinsing beans

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas and black beans in a colander under cold water until no longer foamy. Pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. Finely dice the red onion and finely chop the fresh cilantro.
  3. Whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until emulsified and slightly thickened.
  4. Place beans and onions in a white ceramic bowl. Pour dressing over and toss to create a glistening sheen. Fold in the cilantro.
  5. Top with irregular crumbles of feta cheese and serve immediately or chill.

Notes

Rinse your beans thoroughly to avoid a 'canned' taste.
Use fresh lime juice for the best enzymatic brightness.