Description
A refreshing and nutritious salad featuring chickpeas, spinach, cranberries, and walnuts, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, chopped spinach, dried cranberries, walnuts, red onion, and feta cheese if using.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or tofu.
- You can substitute the walnuts with pecans or almonds for a different flavor.
- For a more vibrant salad, add diced bell peppers or shredded carrots.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg