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Delicious Tzatziki Chickpea Salad for Every Occasion

Tzatziki Chickpea Salad
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This Tzatziki Chickpea Salad combines creamy Greek yogurt, refreshing grated cucumber, and hearty chickpeas for a flavorful, protein-packed Mediterranean-inspired dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cucumbers, grated using a box grater, excess water squeezed out very well (about 3/4 cup once squeezed)
  • 1 1/4 cups Greek yogurt (or thick plain yogurt)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1/4 cup roughly chopped fresh dill, plus extra for sprinkling (or half the quantity chopped fresh mint)
  • 1 large garlic clove, crushed using garlic press, finely grated or very finely minced
  • 1/2 tsp cooking salt or kosher salt
  • 2 x 400g (14 oz) cans chickpeas, well drained
  • 3/4 cup finely sliced celery (1 – 2 stems)
  • 2 tbsp chopped capers (can substitute with cornichons or dill pickles)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the grated and well-drained cucumbers, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, chopped dill, crushed garlic, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  2. Drain the canned chickpeas completely and add them to the bowl along with the finely sliced celery and chopped capers. Mix gently to distribute the ingredients evenly without mashing the chickpeas.
  3. While the salad can be served immediately, it is best to cover and chill it for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors, especially the saltiness of the capers and garlic, to blend fully. The salad tastes even better the following day. Before serving, taste and adjust salt if needed.
  4. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the salad and sprinkle with additional fresh dill. Serve chilled and enjoy immediately.
  5. This salad makes an excellent side dish or a light meal. It can be stuffed into sandwiches or wraps with avocado as a binding ingredient. For added protein, top with cooked chicken or canned tuna to create a more satisfying meal.

Notes

  • Chill the salad for better flavor.
  • Adjust salt before serving.
  • Can be served in wraps or sandwiches.

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