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Easy Healthy Cold Lunch Ideas

Easy Healthy Cold Lunch Ideas

This no-cook Mediterranean chickpea salad is fresh, crisp, and protein-packed—perfect for a healthy cold lunch you can meal-prep in minutes.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 15 oz canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber chopped
  • 1 cup red bell pepper diced
  • 0.25 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 0.25 cup kalamata olives sliced
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp kosher salt to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 4 cup mixed greens for serving, optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon, honey, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  • Add chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, olives, parsley, and feta to the bowl.
  • Toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Divide the salad into 4 containers. Pack mixed greens on the side if using. Refrigerate up to 4 days.

Notes

For extra protein, add canned tuna or diced cooked chicken. Swap feta with avocado for a dairy-free option and season with additional salt to taste.