CHICKPEA CRAB SALAD WITH CITRUS VINAIGRETTE

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Crab lovers will get a kick out of this salad that's as eye-appealing as it is appetizing. " I like to add a little crumbled feta cheese, and sometimes I substitute chicken or turkey for the crab," writes Sally Sibthorpe from Shelby Township, Michigan.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

3 tablespoons orange juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
4-1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup canned garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 radishes, thinly sliced
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/3 cup shredded carrot
1/3 cup minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped
1 can (6 ounces) lump crabmeat, drained
3 cups spring mix salad greens

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk together first seven ingredients. Stir in beans, radishes, green onions, carrot, parsley and pistachios. Gently stir in crab. Serve over greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 27g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 635mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Santos Valentin
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This salad is a great way to start your day!


mohammed muktahir
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I love the bright and cheerful colors of this salad.


Atiq Mohmand
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This salad is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins.


Bubby Jokes
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I'm always looking for ways to reduce my meat consumption. This salad is a great option.


Princess Hina
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Boogii Bold
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I didn't have any oranges on hand, so I used grapefruit instead. It was still delicious!


Arabind Paswan
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I'm allergic to crab, so I used imitation crab in this salad. It worked out great!


Saroz Banntawa
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I love the versatility of this salad. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Arpa Sani
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This salad is perfect for a light and healthy lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to use up leftover chickpeas.


George kamal
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's a great dish to serve at parties or picnics.


Emmanuel Ofosu
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Akira leon
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This salad is a bit more time-consuming to make than some other salads, but it's definitely worth the effort. The results are amazing!


Thilakshi Bandara
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I'm not a huge fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is so flavorful that it masks the beany taste of the chickpeas.


Wyatt Lominac
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of protein and fiber. It's also very filling and satisfying.


Public News 24
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I love the addition of the citrus vinaigrette. It really brightens up the salad and gives it a refreshing flavor.


Abuzarkhan Abuzarkhan
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This chickpea crab salad with citrus vinaigrette is a delightful dish! The combination of flavors and textures is amazing.