Keto Cucumber Feta Chickpea Salad

This Keto Cucumber Feta Chickpea Salad is a crisp, creamy, and tangy dish built around fresh cucumber, rich feta, and a bright olive oil-lemon dressing with just a tiny sprinkle of chickpeas for added texture while keeping carbs low. With most of the volume coming from hydrating cucumber and satisfying fats from feta and olive oil, each serving stays firmly keto-friendly while delivering Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Prepared in minutes and served chilled, it is ideal for meal prep, quick lunches, or as a refreshing side to grilled meats.

Course Lunch, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Keto, Mediterranean

Keyword cucumber feta salad, keto salad, low carb salad, meal prep, no cook

Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings servings

Calories 210kcal

Equipment

Cutting board
Chef's knife
Mixing bowl
Small bowl or jar
measuring spoons

Ingredients

For the salad

2 medium English cucumbers, chopped into bite-size pieces
1 cup feta cheese, cut into small cubes or crumbled
1/4 cup canned chickpeas, well rinsed and drained use a light sprinkle so each serving stays keto friendly
1/4 cup fresh flat leaf parsley, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped optional but recommended
1/4 cup red onion, very thinly sliced

For the lemon olive oil dressing

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice about 1 large lemon
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 clove garlic, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon sea salt or to taste, remember feta adds saltiness
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper or to taste

Instructions

Add the chopped cucumbers, feta, chickpeas, parsley, mint, and red onion to a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper.
Whisk or shake the dressing until it is emulsified and the ingredients are well blended.
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated, taking care not to break up the feta too much.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired while keeping the salad balanced and refreshing.
Serve immediately for maximum crunch, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld before serving chilled.

Notes

To keep this salad keto friendly, measure the chickpeas carefully and resist adding extra, since they are included only as a small texture accent. For the best texture, use firm English cucumbers and pat them dry if very juicy before chopping, which helps prevent a watery salad. Block feta in brine has superior flavor and texture compared to pre crumbled feta and holds its shape better when tossed. If making the salad ahead, store the chopped cucumbers, feta, chickpeas, and herbs separately from the dressing and combine them just before serving. The finished salad is best within 1 day but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, understanding that the cucumbers will soften slightly over time.

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