Description
Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines protein-packed chickpeas with colorful vegetables and a zesty peanut-lime dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick lunches, this salad offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors that make healthy eating enjoyable. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this refreshing, vegan-friendly meal that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it on its own, as a side dish, or even in lettuce wraps for an interactive dining experience. Enjoy the crunch and the nutritional goodness in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 medium carrots, grated
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp peanut butter
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas with diced red bell pepper, grated carrots, diced cucumber, and chopped cilantro.
- In another bowl, whisk together peanut butter, lime juice, soy sauce, and honey until smooth.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg