Indian Chickpea Salad Recipe
This vibrant Indian Chickpea Salad is a delicious and healthy blend of cooked chickpeas tossed with fresh green onions, garlic, and a medley of warming spices. Enhanced with apple cider vinegar and olive oil, this salad offers a tangy, spicy flavor profile perfect for a light lunch or a nutritious side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Indian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chickpeas
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
Dressing & Seasoning
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon mixed herbs
- 1 teaspoon parsley, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Make sure your chickpeas are cooked and cooled if freshly prepared. Chop the green onions and mince the garlic cloves finely to ensure even flavor distribution.
- Mix Chickpeas and Veggies: In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, chopped green onions, and minced garlic. This forms the base of your salad.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, chili powder, chili flakes, mixed herbs, and salt. This dressing adds a zesty and spicy flavor to the salad.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture. Toss thoroughly so that all ingredients are evenly coated with the flavorful dressing.
- Add Parsley and Serve: Finally, sprinkle the chopped parsley on top for a fresh herbal note. Serve immediately as a refreshing salad or chill briefly to meld flavors.
Notes
- For added protein, sprinkle some feta cheese or paneer cubes.
- Adjust chili powder and flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Can be refrigerated for up to 2 days in an airtight container.
- Use canned chickpeas as a quick alternative; rinse well before use.
- Pairs great with naan or as a side to grilled meats.
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