Easy High-Protein Chickpea Salad (Perfect for Meal Prep)

This easy high-protein chickpea salad is one of those recipes that somehow tastes even better the next day. It’s fresh, crunchy, flavourful, and perfect for meal prep, quick lunches, or a simple side dish you can throw together in minutes.

It’s made with simple pantry staples, comes together fast, and keeps really well in the fridge - making it my go-to for busy weeks when you still want something nourishing and satisfying.

Ingredients

Salad

• 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 1 large cucumber, chopped

• 1 bell pepper, chopped

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• 1/2 cup artichokes, chopped

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp dried dill

Dressing (Updated)

• 1/3 cup olive oil

• 1/2 cup white wine vinegar

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1/4 cup honey

• Dijon mustard (about 1–2 tsp, to taste)

• Salt and pepper, to taste

Toppings

• Chopped green onion

• Feta cheese (or goat cheese, if preferred)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, add the chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and artichokes.

2. Sprinkle in the salt, pepper, and dill, and gently toss to combine.

3. In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.

4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.

5. Finish with chopped green onion and feta (or goat cheese).

6. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving - or store in the fridge and enjoy over the next few days!

Notes

• This salad keeps really well in the fridge for 3–4 days and is ideal for meal prep!

• You can enjoy it on its own, as a side, or pair it with grilled chicken, fish, or pita for a more filling meal.

• Feel free to adjust the acidity or salt to taste!