• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic , minced
• 1 cup baby spinach leaves or romaine lettuce torn into bite size pieces
• 1 small green bell pepper , chopped
• 1/2 cucumber , chopped
• 1/2 red onion , sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes , halved
• 1/3 cup Greek or Kalamata olives
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh oregano
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley
• 1 piece (6 ounces) feta , quartered
• 1/2 cup chickpeas
• Freshly grated pepper , to taste

Whisk olive oil, lemon juice and garlic together in a small bowl. Set aside.

Combine the rest of the ingredients in a large wooden salad bowl.

Add dressing and gently toss until all ingredients are coated with dressing.