Creamy Cucumber Dill Chickpea Salad with Pita Chips is the kind of salad you make when you want something cool, crunchy, and filling without making dinner feel complicated.
To make this scoopable salad, you will need: cucumbers, romaine, chickpeas, red onion, feta, and fresh dill, that’s all tossed with a creamy lemon dressing that keeps it bright without feeling heavy.
The chickpeas make it more filling, the feta adds a salty bite, and the pita chips give you that crunchy scoop situation that makes salad way more fun.
It’s great for lunch, a lighter dinner, or a side dish with grilled chicken, fish, wraps, or sandwiches.
To make this recipe, you’ll need common kitchen tools like a cutting board, sharp knife, mixing bowl, baking sheet, whisk, and measuring cups. Nothing fancy, just the usual pieces you probably reach for when making a chopped salad at home.
Why You’ll Love This Creamy Cucumber Dill Chickpea Salad with Pita Chips
It’s Fresh and Filling
Cucumber, romaine, chickpeas, feta, and dill give this salad a fresh bite with enough texture to feel like a real meal.
The Creamy Lemon Dressing Keeps It Light
Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a little honey make a creamy dressing that tastes fresh and balanced.
The Pita Chips Add Crunch
The baked pita chips make this salad feel more fun and give you something crisp to scoop with.
It’s Ready in Under 30 Minutes
This recipe takes 27 minutes from start to finish, so it’s a solid option for lunch or a fast dinner.
Ingredient Substitutions
Greek Yogurt
Plain regular yogurt can be used instead of Greek yogurt. The dressing will be thinner, so start with a little less lemon juice if needed.
Light Mayonnaise
Sour cream can be used in place of mayonnaise. It will give the dressing a tangier taste.
Feta Cheese
Goat cheese can be used instead of feta. It has a softer texture and a mild tang.
Fresh Dill
Fresh parsley or fresh chives can be used if you don’t have dill. The taste will change, but the salad will still stay fresh.
Romaine Lettuce
Chopped iceberg lettuce or green leaf lettuce can be used instead of romaine.
Pita Bread
Whole wheat pita, naan, or flatbread can be used for the chips. Watch closely while baking because thinner breads may toast faster.
Honey
Maple syrup can be used in place of honey if that’s what you have on hand.
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Creamy Cucumber Dill Chickpea Salad with Pita Chips
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Equipment
Ingredients
Salad:
- 2 cups cucumbers finely chopped
- 3 cups romaine lettuce finely chopped
- 1 cup chickpeas well drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
- ½ cup reduced-fat feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh dill chopped
Creamy Lemon Dressing:
- ½ cup plain nonfat greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoon light Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
Pita Chips:
- 2 large pita breads
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place the pita breads on a cutting board. Cut around the outer edge of each pita bread to separate the top and bottom layers.
- Cut each pita circle into triangles. Place the pita triangles on a baking sheet.
- Place the pita triangles on a baking sheet. Sprinkle the pita triangles with garlic powder, salt, and dried dill.
- Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until the pita chips are lightly toasted and crisp around the edges. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Let the pita chips cool slightly.
- In a small bowl, add Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Using a wire whisk, mix until smooth.
- In a large mixing bowl, add cucumber, romaine lettuce, chickpeas, red onion, feta cheese, and fresh dill.
- Pour the creamy lemon dressing over the salad. Toss gently until the salad is evenly coated.
- Serve the salad with the pita chips.
Notes
Tips and Tricks
Drain the chickpeas well – Let the chickpeas sit in a strainer for a few minutes after rinsing. Extra water can thin the dressing. Cut the cucumber small – Small cucumber pieces mix better with the chickpeas, feta, and dressing. This also makes each bite more balanced. Serve the pita chips on the side – Keep the pita chips separate until serving. This helps them stay crisp. Use a firm cucumber – A firm cucumber gives the salad a better crunch and keeps it from turning watery too fast.Storing
Refrigerate the salad – Place leftover salad in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 2 days. The romaine will soften as it sits. Store the pita chips separately – Place cooled pita chips in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Keep them away from the salad so they stay crisp. Stir before serving – Stir the salad gently before serving leftovers because the dressing may settle at the bottom.Nutrition
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