Chickpea, Cherry, and Ginger Salad

By courtneyepowell

Ingredients

• 2 cans (15.5 ounces each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 2/3 cup chopped pecans
• 2/3 cup dried tart cherries
• 1 jalapeño chile pepper, minced (wear plastic gloves when handling)
• 1 cup chopped parsley
• 4 ounces feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Preparation

Step 1

In a large bowl, add the chickpeas, oranges, onion, garlic, ginger, pecans, cherries, chile pepper, parsley, and feta cheese. Stir to combine. In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar and oil. Season with the salt and pepper. Pour over the chickpea salad and mix well.