Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad with Curry Peanut Dressing. This refreshing dish is an explosion of color and taste, perfect for lunch, potlucks, or as a delightful side at gatherings. Packed with nutrient-dense chickpeas and fresh vegetables, it offers a wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and energizing. The creamy curry peanut dressing adds a unique twist that elevates the salad from ordinary to extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 small head of red cabbage, chopped
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lime juice or rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
- 1-2 teaspoons yellow curry powder
- 3-4 tablespoons warm water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine diced red bell pepper, shredded carrots, chopped red cabbage, rinsed chickpeas, cilantro, green onion, and diced jalapeño. Toss gently.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together peanut butter, ginger, garlic, lime juice or vinegar, soy sauce or coconut aminos, curry powder, and warm water until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to coat. Garnish with additional cilantro and sliced green onion before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg