Best 4 Spicy Chickpea Salad Recipes
Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating a tantalizing and irresistibly spicy chickpea salad! This flavorful and nutrient-rich dish combines the goodness of chickpeas with a vibrant array of spices, creating a delightful culinary experience. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting your cooking adventure, this article will guide you through the essential steps and provide tips to craft the perfect spicy chickpea salad. Get ready to embark on a journey of taste, as we delve into the art of creating a dish that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving more.
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SPICY SHRIMP AND CHICKPEA SALAD
This warm salad of garlicky shrimp and herby chickpeas comes together in just 15 minutes and requires very little effort. Canned chickpeas, Fresno chiles, parsley and red onion get a quick marinade in a creamy citrus dressing while the shrimp cooks in a little garlic and olive oil. Fresno chile adds a little heat, but if you're sensitive to spice, you can remove the membranes and seeds before adding the chile to the salad. Make the dish your own by adding arugula, or swap the parsley for cilantro or the shrimp for scallops. Serve warm with a hunk of crusty bread, and enjoy leftovers straight from the fridge the next day with a squeeze of lime or lemon juice.
Provided by Yasmin Fahr
Categories dinner, weekday, salads and dressings, main course
Time 15m
Yield 3 to 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large serving bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice, lime zest and mustard. Whisk in 3 tablespoons olive oil until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Add the chickpeas, onion, chile and most of the parsley (reserving some for garnish), and toss to coat with the dressing. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
- Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering. Add the garlic and red-pepper flakes, and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 30 seconds, pulling the pan from the heat briefly if it seems like the garlic is burning.
- Add the shrimp to the pan, season with salt and pepper and stir to coat with the garlic and oil. Cook until the shrimp are pink all over with a golden crust in parts, stirring and flipping the shrimp halfway through, about 4 to 6 minutes total. Turn off the heat, then squeeze the lime juice over the shrimp in the pan, stirring to combine and scraping up anything on the bottom of the pan to coat the shrimp.
- Serve the shrimp on top of the salad. Garnish with the remaining parsley and serve.
SPICY CHICKPEA SALAD
Steps:
- Combine the garlic, pepper, red onion, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, olive oil and salt and pepper, to taste, in a large bowl.
- Add the chickpeas, tomatoes, mint, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and toss in the lettuce.
SPICY CHICKPEA SALAD
This is my own creation, I LOVE chickpeas, but I like them spicy hot. So, before you make this recipe, remember we all have different tastes! This is a VERY adaptable recipe, you can add what you want, adjust the heat level, decrease the salad dressing, you name it, this is a very flexible recipe! I serve this over hot toasted pita bread, or just as a side dish. I've replaced the asparagus with sliced zucchini, little broccoli florets, whatever is in the fridge... Note that preparation time does not include the 1 hour resting time in the fridge.
Provided by Crabzilla
Categories Spreads
Time 20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Drain and rinse (well) the Chickpeas.
- Place Chickpeas in a medium sized mixing bowl.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and mix very well.
- Let set for an hour to allow flavors to blend.
- Serve nice and cold with some hot Pita bread or just as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 231, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 853.9, Carbohydrate 32.9, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 3.6, Protein 7.2
SPICY CHICKEN & CHICKPEA SALAD
A delicious and healthy composed-style salad that you can make as spicy as you wish. I love the whole thing, but I especially love the bite of the lemon juice and chili oil in the green salad. And the chickpea salad is a meal in itself! Makes a great lunch or light dinner, substantial but not overly filling.
Provided by EdsGirlAngie
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 17m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients for the chicken; cover and chill together for at least an hour.
- Combine all ingredients for the chickpeas; cover and chill together.
- Saute"marinated" chicken strips in a bit of olive oil until cooked through, about 15 minutes, depending on size of your strips.
- Chill the cooked chicken.
- Toss together the spinach and lettuce.
- Drizzle with the lemon juice& chili oil.
- Serve green salad with a portion of chickpeas and chicken.
Tips:
- For the croutons: Using a serrated knife, cut the baguette into 1-inch cubes. Toss the baguette cubes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread the baguette cubes on a baking sheet and bake at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- For the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
- For the salad: In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint. Toss to combine.
- To serve: Divide the salad among individual bowls or plates. Top with the croutons and feta cheese. Drizzle with the dressing and serve immediately.
Conclusion:
This spicy chickpea salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer lunch or dinner. The chickpeas are a good source of protein and fiber, and the vegetables provide a variety of vitamins and minerals. The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the croutons add a nice crunch. This salad is also very easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you could add more or less spice, or you could use different vegetables. You could also use a different type of cheese, such as goat cheese or Parmesan cheese. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.
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