Fiber-Forward Chickpea Salad (Print)

A fiber-rich chickpea salad combining crisp veggies with creamy, tangy tahini-lemon dressing.

# Ingredients:

→ Salad

01 - 1 1/4 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
02 - 2 cups shredded green or red cabbage
03 - 1 cup shredded carrots
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
05 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
06 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
07 - 2 tablespoons toasted sunflower seeds (optional)

→ Tahini-Lemon Dressing

08 - 3 tablespoons tahini
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
11 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
12 - 1 clove garlic, minced
13 - 2–3 tablespoons cold water (to thin dressing as needed)
14 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
15 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, mix chickpeas, cabbage, carrots, red bell pepper, green onions, parsley, and sunflower seeds until well combined.
02 - In a separate small bowl, whisk tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup or honey, minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Add cold water gradually until the dressing reaches a creamy, pourable consistency.
03 - Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

# Pro Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together faster than ordering takeout, and actually makes you feel full and energized.
  • The dressing is creamy and tangy enough that you won't miss anything heavier, even if you're not vegan.
  • You can prep everything the night before and toss it together when hunger strikes.
02 -
  • Don't skip the water when making the dressing, add it gradually and stop when it reaches the consistency you want, because tahini can go from too thick to too thin in a heartbeat.
  • If you're making this ahead, dress it lightly at first and keep extra dressing on the side, because the vegetables will release moisture and you might need to adjust seasoning before serving.
03 -
  • Toast your sunflower seeds in a dry pan for a minute before adding them, it brings out a nuttiness that makes people ask what's different.
  • Use a box grater for your cabbage and carrots if you have one, your knuckles will thank you and the pieces will be uniform enough to dress evenly.
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