FANCY CHICKPEA SALAD

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A cooking show called the Jazzy Vegetarian just started being broadcast in my area and this recipe caught my attention. This can be used as a main dish salad on a bed of greens or as a sandwich spread. Olives or pickles could be used instead of the capers. I thought it made a really tasty sandwich on whole wheat bread.

Provided by duonyte

Categories     Beans

Time 15m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup minced celery, with tops
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/8 teaspoon sea salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon capers, drained, rinsed and minced
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
3 -4 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise or 3 -4 tablespoons unsweetened vegan yogurt, plus more as needed
chopped scallion
thinly sliced radish
other herbs (dill, mustard, curry are all possibilities) or spices (dill, mustard, curry are all possibilities)

Steps:

  • Put the chickpeas/garbanzo beans into a medium mixing bowl and mash them up using a potato masher. They should have some texture. (I used 2 cups of homecooked garbanzos, and found that a sturdy fork worked better).
  • Add the celery, parsley, sea salt and cayenne and continue mashing to combine.
  • Stir in the capers and walnuts. (I did not use walnuts, but used scallions and radishes, just to add more crunch).
  • Stir in the vegan mayonnaise 1 tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
  • Chill for 2 to 6 hours. Serve as a sandwich spread or serve on a bed of greens, as a main dish luncheon salad.

Sanjeev Vijay
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5 stars! This salad is now a staple in my meal prep routine. It's healthy, delicious, and so easy to make.


Trever “Daddy” Wolverton
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Meh.


Lucas Antonio Jimenez
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This was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I'll definitely be making it again soon.


Bushra Din
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Not bad, but not great. The dressing was a bit too tangy for my taste, and the chickpeas were a little bland. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.


Bahman Souli
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Loved this salad! The dressing is amazing and really makes the dish. I also added some chopped walnuts for extra crunch. Will definitely make again.


Parbati Pantha
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Easy and refreshing! I used canned chickpeas for convenience and it turned out great. The combination of chickpeas, veggies, and dressing is perfect for a light lunch or side dish.


aen rk
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This chickpea salad was a delightful surprise! It's a great balance of flavors and textures, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful. I added a bit of extra lemon zest and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a little extra kick. Definitely a keeper!


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