Description
Divorce Salad is a vibrant, flavorful bean salad combining chickpeas, black beans, red onion, feta cheese, and fresh parsley tossed in a zesty olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. It’s a quick and easy make-ahead salad that gets better with time, perfect for a refreshing side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Beans: In a large bowl, combine the rinsed and drained chickpeas and black beans to create the base of the salad.
- Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Toss Beans with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the beans and toss well to coat the beans evenly with the flavorful dressing.
- Add Vegetables and Cheese: Add the thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley into the bowl with the dressing-coated beans.
- Combine All Ingredients: Gently toss all ingredients together until everything is well combined, ensuring the flavors start to meld.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop fully. For best results, chill for a few hours or overnight.
- Serve: Serve the salad cold or at room temperature as a delicious, refreshing dish.
Notes
- This salad can be prepared a day in advance, allowing the flavors to deepen for a more delicious taste.
- Make sure to rinse and drain the canned beans thoroughly to reduce sodium content and prevent excess liquid in the salad.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or substitute it with a vegan cheese alternative.
- You can add extra chopped vegetables like cucumbers or bell peppers for added crunch and color.
- Serve as a side dish or a light main course; it pairs well with grilled meats or fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: bean salad, Mediterranean salad, chickpeas, black beans, feta cheese, easy salad, make-ahead salad, vegetarian, healthy side dish
