Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad is a flavorful, healthy lunch option packed with nutrients.
Author:Emily
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Salad
Method:Mixing and roasting
Cuisine:Thai
Diet:Vegan
Ingredients
Chickpeas: 1 can (or cooked from dried)
Shredded cabbage: 1-2 cups
Carrots: 1-2, sliced thinly
Bell peppers: ½-1 cup, chopped
Fresh cilantro: 2 tablespoons, chopped
Peanut Butter: ¼ cup
Soy Sauce or Tamari: 1 tablespoon
Rice Vinegar: 1 tablespoon
Lime Juice: 1 tablespoon
Fresh Ginger: 1 teaspoon, grated
Garlic: 1 clove, minced
Maple Syrup: 1 tablespoon
Water: 1-2 tablespoons
Instructions
Drain and rinse the chickpeas, or roast them for extra crunch by tossing with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then baking at 400°F (200°C) for 20-30 minutes.
While chickpeas are roasting, shred the cabbage, slice the carrots, and chop the bell peppers. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, lime juice, fresh ginger, garlic, and maple syrup. Thin the dressing with water to your desired consistency.
Add the roasted chickpeas to the mixing bowl with the shredded veggies. Pour the peanut dressing over and toss until evenly coated.
Top the salad with fresh cilantro and serve immediately. For meal prep, store the dressing separately to keep the veggies crisp.
Notes
This salad is vegan and gluten-free.
Perfect for meal prep.
Adjust the dressing consistency with water as needed.