Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad packed with crunchy vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas, dressed in a creamy peanut sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/2 cup red cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red bell pepper, cucumber, shredded carrots, red cabbage, green onions, cilantro, and roasted peanuts.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic until smooth. If the dressing is too thick, add a teaspoon of water to reach desired consistency.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are well coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- For best flavor, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Add diced avocado for creaminess and healthy fats.
- Substitute chickpeas with black beans or edamame for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg