Description
A refreshing and nutritious slaw made with cucumbers, chickpeas, and a flavorful sesame dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, chickpeas, shredded carrots, red bell pepper, cilantro, and green onions.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame seeds until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider topping the slaw with crushed peanuts or cashews before serving.
- For a spicy kick, add a teaspoon of sriracha or red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg