Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Best Curried Chickpea Salad, a delightful fusion of spices and textures that will elevate any meal. This vegan dish is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile—perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a healthy snack. Enjoy it in a sandwich, lettuce wrap, or alongside crunchy crackers, and let its warm curry notes impress your guests at picnics and gatherings. Packed with protein and fiber from chickpeas, this salad is both satisfying and nutritious, making it an ideal option for meal prep. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can indulge in a nourishing dish that bursts with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 1/2 small lemon (juice)
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 can chickpeas (15 ounces), drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 1/4 cup finely diced red onion
- Fresh cilantro or parsley
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, curry powder, cumin, black pepper, and grated garlic until well combined.
- Mash chickpeas in a large mixing bowl until about three-quarters mashed.
- Stir in celery, red onion, cilantro or parsley, and desired dressing amount until all ingredients are well coated.
- Serve as a sandwich filling, in lettuce wraps, or with crackers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg