Description
Discover a vibrant and refreshing Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad that bursts with flavor and nutrition! This protein-packed salad combines hearty chickpeas with a rainbow of fresh vegetables, all drizzled in a creamy tahini dressing that adds a delightful zing. Perfect for any occasion—from casual lunches to festive gatherings—this quick and easy recipe can be made in just 10 minutes. Not only is it nutrient-rich and satisfying, but it’s also versatile enough to customize with your favorite seasonal ingredients. Enjoy this delicious salad as a standalone meal or as a side dish at your next barbecue!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red cabbage
- 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
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ tsp sesame seeds
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander; let them drain thoroughly.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, shredded carrots, diced red bell pepper, thinly sliced red cabbage, and chopped green onions.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together tahini, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, red pepper flakes, sesame oil, and minced garlic until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently with a spatula to coat evenly.
- Garnish with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg