Fresh Green Chickpeas Garden Salad

Ingredients

Yields 8 Servings

 3 cups fresh green (shelled) chickpeas
 15 cherry tomatoes, halved
 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh mint
 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped basil
 1 cup cubed feta
 ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
 ½ English cucumber, ends trimmed,
         halved length wise and sliced
 ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
 ¼ cup red wine vinegar
 ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
 1 teaspoon salt

Preparation

         In a mixing bowl, add all ingredients and toss gently to combine. Allow to sit at room temperature for   20 to 40 minutes, letting the flavors marry, mixing occasionally. Toss the chickpea salad and serve.