Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad: A Quick and Delicious Delight
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad, a refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This colorful salad combines protein-rich chickpeas with an array of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty tahini dressing that elevates its taste. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for quick lunches or as a side at dinner gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 bunch green onions, chopped
- 3 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Chopped peanuts (optional)
- Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
- Sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your vegetables by rinsing and draining the chickpeas. Slice the red cabbage and green onions, shred the carrots, and dice the red bell pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together tahini, soy sauce, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and sesame oil until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine the prepared veggies and chickpeas. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or let it chill for about an hour to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg