Cucumber Melon White Balsamic
Greek Salad with Roasted Chickpeas
If you are in the mood for a greek culinary escape, this dish is a mediterranean delight! Simple, savoury & satisfying, this salad is beautifully punctuated with crunchy homemade garlic & rosemary chickpeas. Great as a main dish or paired with chicken or a kebab.
Tip: So delicious and satisfying, these roasted chickpeas are a great gluten-free crouton option for any salad.
Dressing:
Ingredients:
- ¼ cup Della Terra Oregano White Balsamic Vinegar
- ½ cup Della Terra Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon French's Dijon mustard*
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
-
¼ teaspoon black pepper
* (make sure the mustard you are using is gluten free mustard for gluten free recipe)
Instructions:
- Whisk the oregano white balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey in a small bowl or jar.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil, whisking constantly until emulsified.
- Stir in the garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Let the dressing sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavours to meld.

Garlic & Rosemary Roasted Chickpeas:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained, rinsed, and patted dry
- 1 tablespoon Della Terra Garlic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon of Della Terra Rosemary Olive Oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
-
¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Dry the chickpeas thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel to ensure crispiness.
- In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with garlic & rosemary olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, until evenly coated.
- Spread them out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 25–30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and immediately.
- Let cool slightly and enjoy!
Salad Fixings:
Ingredients:
- 1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped (about 6 cups)
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
-
½ cup garlic & rosemary roasted chickpeas
Method:
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine the chopped romaine, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olives, and feta.
- Add the crispy chickpeas: Scatter the roasted chickpeas over the salad just before serving to keep them crunchy.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle with the prepared dressing and toss gently to coat.
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Serve immediately and enjoy!

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