MAKES: 4 to 6 servings PREP: 10 minutes
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar Juice of 1 lemon (about 4 tablespoons) 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 2 teaspoons capers, drained 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon paprika 1/4 cup olive oil 1 (151/2-ounce) can chickpeas, drained, or 1 cup dried beans, cooked, rinsed, and drained 1 tomato, chopped 1 roasted red bell pepper from a jar, drained and chopped (about 1/2 cup) 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Sea salt, to taste Freshly ground pepper, to taste 3 ounces feta, cut into 1/4-inch cubes (about 3/4 cup) 1. Stir together first 7 ingredients in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in oil until well blended. 2. Toss chickpeas and next 4 ingredients in a large bowl, and drizzle with vinaigrette. Add sea salt and pepper. Add feta cheese, and toss gently. Serve immediately at room temperature, or chill until ready to serve. |