Mediterranean Lemon Chickpea & Burrata Salad
A refreshing Mediterranean salad featuring creamy burrata, zesty lemon-marinated chickpeas, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, fresh herbs, and peppery arugula. It’s light yet satisfying — with protein from chickpeas, richness from burrata, and brightness from a lemon-herb vinaigrette.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Serves: 2
Ingredients
Salad Base
1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained & rinsed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 small cucumber, diced
½ small red onion, thinly sliced
2 handfuls fresh arugula or mixed greens
¼ cup fresh parsley or basil, chopped
1 ball burrata cheese (125g)
Optional: olives, avocado, roasted red peppers
Lemon Herb Dressing
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
½ tsp Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, grated
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
Make the Lemon Dressing
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey, mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Taste and adjust lemon/honey depending on how bright you like it.
Marinate the Chickpeas
Add chickpeas to a bowl.
Pour half of the lemon dressing over them.
Let sit for 5 minutes to soak the flavor.
Assemble the Salad
On a large plate or bowl: add arugula, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and herbs.
Add the marinated chickpeas.
Drizzle the remaining dressing over everything.
Add the Burrata
Place the burrata ball in the center.
Gently tear it open so the creamy inside spills slightly over the salad.
Finish
Add a drizzle of olive oil, cracked black pepper, and extra lemon zest.
Serve immediately.
Notes & Tips
Make it high-protein: Add grilled chicken or more chickpeas.
Make it meal-prep friendly: Keep burrata separate until serving.
Add crunch: Toasted almonds, pistachios, or pine nuts are amazing.
Use mozzarella if burrata unavailable: Soft fresh mozzarella works great.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is this salad filling enough for dinner?
A: Yes — chickpeas + burrata give protein and healthy fats, making it satisfying.
Q: Can I make it without cheese?
A: Yes — replace burrata with avocado for creaminess.
Q: Can I use canned chickpeas directly?
A: Yes — marinating them in lemon dressing makes them taste fresh.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 480 kcal
Protein: 18 g
Carbs: 38 g
Fat: 28 g
Fiber: 9 g