Mediterranean Vegetarian Salad

Mediterranean Vegetarian Salad: Sometimes you are in need of a quick culinary creation that uses common vegetables and pantry staples. This recipe is one that can be made in a hurry and served to those on gluten free and/or vegetarian diet. I brought this dish to a housewarming party and it was a big hit! So enjoy 🙂

Mediterranean Vegetarian Salad Recipe:

• Serves: 8-10
• Prep time: 15 minutes

Ingredients: 

• ½ can chickpeas (540mL), rinsed and drained
• 1 can lentils (540mL), rinsed and drained
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 Tbsp celery leaves, chopped
• ¾ cup cucumber, chopped
• 1 red pepper, chopped
• ¾ cup black olives, drained and rinsed
• ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled or diced
• 1/3 cup olive oil
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar (adjust to taste)
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Whisk olive oil, red wine vinegar and oregano in a small dish .
2. In a large bowl, combine all remaining ingredients. Mix well.
3. Refrigerate before serving.

Note: Fresh parsley would be a nice addition to this recipe as well.