Chopped Greek Salad

This salad is great in many ways...as a main dish salad, in a pita or flatbread, or as a side dish.  Any way you use it will add a great addition to your meal.  The chickpeas are full of protein and fiber to give you a great nutritious dish.

• 2 cups of quartered sliced cucumber (I prefer persian or english cucumbers)
• 1 can of chickpeas drained and rinsed
• 1 cup of finely diced red or yellow bell pepper
• 1 1/2 cups of halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup minced red onion
• 1/2 cup halved kalamata olives
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup of chopped parsley

• For the dressing:
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• salt and pepper to taste
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• Combine all salad ingredients.  Mix dressing and mix with salad.