Description
Looking for a refreshing and flavorful salad? Try our Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad for a delicious meal packed with Thai-inspired flavors!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ tsp sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped peanuts (for garnish)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- ½ tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1- Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander. Allow them to drain thoroughly while you prep the other ingredients.
- Step 2– In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, shredded carrots, diced red bell pepper, thinly sliced red cabbage, and chopped green onions. Gently stir to mix everything together.
- Step 3– In a smaller bowl, whisk together the tahini, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, red pepper flakes, sesame oil, and minced garlic until smooth.
- Step 4– Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Using a spatula or large spoon, toss gently to ensure all ingredients are well coated.
- Step 5- Prepare the garnishes by chopping the peanuts, fresh cilantro, and measuring out the sesame seeds.
- Step 6– Transfer the salad to a serving dish, then sprinkle the chopped peanuts, cilantro, and sesame seeds over the top.
- Step 7- Serve immediately as a refreshing and protein-packed meal or side dish. Enjoy every crunchy bite!
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg