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Yields: 6 servings Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 20 mins Ingredients Salad 1 (15-oz.) can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed 6 oz. feta, cubed 1 Sliced English cucumber, shaped like half-moons 1 pt. cherry tomatoes, halved 1 orange bell pepper, diced 1/2 thinly sliced small red onions 2 avocados, cubed 1 c. chopped Italian parsley 1/2 c. torn basil Dressing 1/3 c. olive oil 3 tbsp. red wine vinegar 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 1 grated garlic clove 1/2 tsp. kosher salt 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes Directions To prepare the salad: Combine the chickpeas, feta, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, avocado, parsley, and basil in a large bowl by gently folding them together. To prepare the...

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