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Ingredients

1 garlic clove, minced

¼ teaspoon dried oregano

1 tablespoon lemon juice

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

¼ cup olive oil

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

2 cups cherry tomatoes

1 14 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1 cucumber, sliced

1 bell pepper, diced

½ small red onion, slivered

4 cups salad greens

¼ cup feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Combine garlic, oregano, lemon juice, salt, pepper, olive oil, and vinegar to make the salad dressing.
In a large bowl mix together tomatoes, chickpeas, cucumbers, bell pepper, red onion, salad greens, and feta. Pour salad dressing over this mixture and toss well to combine.

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