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Chili Lime Chickpea Salad

Crispy Chili Lime Chickpea Salad for a Refreshing Twist

Enjoy a vibrant and nutrient-packed Crispy Chili Lime Chickpea Salad, perfect for a quick lunch or healthy snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and dried
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder or cayenne pepper for extra heat
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
For the Salad
  • 4 cups Chopped Spinach
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes or cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup Corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup Diced Cucumber
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts or almonds
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds optional for nut-free version
  • 1 medium Avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup Monterey Jack Cheese optional, can use vegan cheese
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or agave for vegan
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Drain one can of chickpeas and pat them dry. Toss the dried chickpeas with avocado oil, chili powder, cumin, and sea salt.
  3. Spread the seasoned chickpeas onto the baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes, turning halfway through.
  4. In a mixing bowl, add chopped spinach, grape tomatoes, corn, diced cucumber, walnuts, and sunflower seeds.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lime juice, honey, and salt until smooth. Add water if needed for consistency.
  6. Once the chickpeas are crispy, add them to the salad bowl and pour the dressing over. Toss to combine.
  7. Serve with diced avocado and optional cheese. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 10gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, store salad components separately until ready to serve. Chickpeas and dressing can be prepared ahead of time.

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