Divorce Salad Beans Feta Herbs (Printable)

Marinated chickpeas and black beans with feta, herbs, and tangy dressing. Perfect make-ahead Mediterranean dish.

# What you'll need:

→ Beans

01 - 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
02 - 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

→ Dressing

03 - 1/4 cup olive oil
04 - 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Vegetables & Cheese

08 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
09 - 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
10 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

# Method:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the rinsed and drained chickpeas and black beans.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Pour the dressing over the beans and toss to coat evenly.
04 - Add the thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta, and chopped parsley.
05 - Gently toss everything until well combined.
06 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. For best results, chill for several hours or overnight.
07 - Serve cold or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It actually tastes better after sitting in the fridge for days, making it meal prep gold
  • The combination of tangy feta and sharp red onion cuts through any rich main dish
  • You probably have everything you need in your pantry right now
02 -
  • The onion might seem sharp at first but it mellows beautifully in the marinade
  • This salad keeps getting better for three days in the refrigerator
  • Do not skip the chilling time, it is essential for flavor development
03 -
  • Slice your red onion as thin as possible for the best texture
  • Let the salad come to room temperature for 15 minutes before serving
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