Mediterranean Salad

Courtesy of American Heart Association

Classic Mediterranean ingredients make up this super simple side salad recipe. It's full of vegetables, beans, and dressed with a heart-healthy vinaigrette.

Ingredients

• 1 medium head lettuce (green leaf, red leaf or romaine), cut into thin strips
• 1 medium cucumber, chopped
• 1/2 cup tomatoes, chopped
• 1 15.5-ounce can no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 medium red onion, finely sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled fat-free or low-fat feta cheese OR 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar OR 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, gently toss the lettuce, cucumber, tomatoes, chickpeas, onion, and feta.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, garlic powder, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad, tossing to combine.

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