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Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad with Curry Peanut Dressing Recipe

Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad with Curry Peanut Dressing Recipe

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  • Author: Villerius
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing and flavorful Thai-inspired chickpea salad with a zesty curry peanut dressing. This vibrant salad is packed with colorful vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, and a deliciously spiced dressing that brings it all together.


Ingredients

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For the salad:

  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup shredded carrots (from the bag)
  • 1/2 small head of red cabbage, chopped (about 23 cups shredded cabbage)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced

For the curry peanut butter dressing:

  • 1/4 cup peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice or rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce or coconut aminos
  • 12 teaspoons yellow curry powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 34 tablespoons warm water, to thin dressing
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

To garnish:

  • Extra cilantro
  • Sliced green onion
  • 1/4 cup roasted cashews or peanuts

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, add red bell pepper, carrot, cabbage, chickpeas, cilantro, green onion, and jalapeño. Mix well.
  2. In a small bowl, combine all ingredients for the curry peanut butter dressing. Mix until smooth and pourable.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad. Toss to combine and coat the salad evenly.
  4. Garnish the salad with roasted cashews, cilantro, and sliced green onions before serving.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 270
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg