Description
Introducing the Best Curried Chickpea Salad—a deliciously unique take on traditional salads that packs a flavorful punch while being incredibly nutritious. Ready in just 15 minutes, this vibrant salad is perfect for lunches, picnics, or as a meal prep option. The warm spices of curry combined with hearty chickpeas create a satisfying dish that can be enjoyed in various ways—whether in lettuce wraps, as a sandwich stuffing, or served alongside crackers. With its plant-based goodness and protein-rich ingredients, this salad is not just a treat for your palate but also a healthy choice for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 1/2 small lemon (juice)
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- Fresh cilantro (or parsley), chopped
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, curry powder, and spices. Mix well.
- Partially mash chickpeas in another bowl using a fork.
- Fold in diced vegetables and the dressing until well incorporated.
- Serve as desired—on bread, in lettuce wraps, or with crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg