Description
Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and flavor-packed dish that combines the heartiness of chickpeas with the freshness of colorful vegetables and the bold taste of Thai-inspired seasonings. This salad is not only a delicious and satisfying meal but also a nutritious powerhouse, making it the perfect choice for a healthy lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounce) chickpeas
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 2 cup thinly sliced red cabbage
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, shredded carrots, diced red bell pepper, thinly sliced red cabbage, and chopped green onions. Gently stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.
3. In a smaller bowl, whisk together the tahini, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, red pepper flakes, sesame oil, and minced garlic until the dressing is smooth and well-combined.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and use a spatula or large spoon to toss gently, ensuring that all the ingredients are evenly coated with the flavorful dressing.
5. Transfer the Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad to a serving dish and sprinkle the chopped peanuts, fresh cilantro, and sesame seeds over the top. Serve the salad immediately, or refrigerate it for later enjoyment.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use tamari instead of soy sauce. Consider adding avocado for extra creaminess or quinoa for additional protein.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg