Best 2 Cauliflower Chickpea Salad Recipes

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Cauliflower chickpea salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course or a side dish. It is packed with nutrients, including fiber, protein, and vitamins, and is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The salad is also incredibly easy to make, and can be tailored to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you like your salad crunchy or creamy, spicy or mild, there is a cauliflower chickpea salad recipe out there for you. In this article, we will explore some of the best cauliflower chickpea salad recipes, so that you can find the perfect one to enjoy.

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CAULIFLOWER, CHICKPEA AND PESTO SALAD



Cauliflower, Chickpea and Pesto Salad image

This is a salad using raw cauliflower. Please feel free to use different ingredients for mixing in with the cauliflower, such as red/green peppers, edamame, tofu, different types of beans, corn, and red onion. For more healthy, gluten-free, low-GI, pesco-vegetarian recipes, please visit my blog, www.innerharmonynutrition.com.

Provided by InnerHarmonyNutriti

Categories     Cauliflower

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 head cauliflower
2 tomatoes
4 green onions, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, beans, rinsed and drained (chickpea, or you can cook on your own)
1/2-3/4 cup pesto sauce (home-made or store-bought)
black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut cauliflower into florets. Add them to the food processor and process until finely ground.
  • Dice one tomato and slice another tomato for garnishing.
  • In a large bowl, place the processed cauliflower, diced tomato, green onion, and garbanzo beans and mix.
  • Add 1/2 cup pesto and mix. Taste and add more pesto if needed. Season with black pepper.
  • Arrange the salad on a plate with tomato slices. Infuse love and serve!

CAULIFLOWER& CHICKPEA SALAD



CAULIFLOWER& CHICKPEA SALAD image

Categories     Leafy Green     Appetizer     Brunch     Side     Fry     Vegetarian     Dinner     Lunch     Buffet     Cauliflower     Fall     Spring     Summer     Winter     Kosher     Vegan

Yield 4-6 ppl

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 c. dry chickpeas
12 mini peppers
1/2 c. o/o plus more to coat the peppers
1 med. head cauliflower, broken into florrets
1 t. kosher salt
10 oz. baby spinach leaves
sea salt
pepper
1/2 c. kalamata olives, pitted
1/3 c. grated Parmesan (opt.)
Shallot Vinaigrette
2 shallots
3 T. balsamic
3 T. sherry or red wine vinegar
3 T. water
pinch ea. salt, pepper, sugar
1/3 c. oil
1/3 c. o/o, or to taste

Steps:

  • Peppers: Lightly grease peppers and roast @ 475 for 15-18 min.till soft. Set aside to cool Cauliflower: Blach cauliflower in 5 c. boiling water till al dente. Drain and place in ice water. pat dry. (You can omit this step if you are using thawed frozen cauliflower.) Pan fry cauliflower till golden brown over med. heat. Season with sea salt. Vinaigrette: Process all ingred.. To serve: Toss spinach with a little dressing. (you will have extra.)Top wth the veggies and chickpeas. Shave cheese directly on top and serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your salad.
  • Don't overcook the cauliflower. You want it to be tender, but not mushy.
  • Use a variety of colors and textures in your salad. This will make it more visually appealing and interesting to eat.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different dressings. There are many delicious options out there, so find one that you like and that complements the flavors in your salad.
  • Make sure your salad is well-chilled before serving. This will help the flavors to meld together and will make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Cauliflower chickpea salad is a delicious, healthy, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or as a snack. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and protein, and it's also a good source of fiber and vitamins. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a cauliflower chickpea salad recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give cauliflower chickpea salad a try. You won't be disappointed!

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