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Healthy Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad

A delightful combination of fresh vegetables and chickpeas, packed with nutrients, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup carrots, shredded
  • 1 cup red cabbage, shredded
  • 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup peanuts, chopped (optional)
  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or agave syrup)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, bell peppers, cucumber, carrots, red cabbage, green onions, and cilantro. Toss to mix well.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, curry powder, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until smooth to make the dressing.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. Garnish with chopped peanuts if desired.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later.

Notes

Best served fresh, enjoy on its own, alongside grilled chicken, or in lettuce cups.

  • Author: bennacer-blogbrandinggmail-com
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Vegan