Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
27%
Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad
45 min.
6
189kcal

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Discover the vibrant flavors of our Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad, a delightful dish that perfectly balances health and taste. This vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal side dish for any meal. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this refreshing salad in no time, serving up to six people.

Imagine the crunch of fresh vegetables like cucumber and red bell pepper, combined with the hearty goodness of chickpeas and the tropical sweetness of pineapple. The addition of zesty lime juice and a hint of spicy jalapeño brings a burst of flavor that will tantalize your taste buds. Each bite is a celebration of textures and tastes, enhanced by the aromatic notes of ginger and the subtle umami from mellow white miso.

This salad is not just a feast for the palate; it’s also a nutritious powerhouse, with a caloric breakdown that supports a balanced diet. Whether you’re looking for a light lunch, a side dish for dinner, or a refreshing addition to your picnic spread, this Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad is sure to impress. Plus, it’s best enjoyed after chilling in the refrigerator, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a dish that’s as delicious as it is wholesome!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon agave nectar 
  • rib celery diced
  • cups chickpeas drained and rinsed canned cooked (or , )
  • 0.5 cup cucumber diced peeled
  • tablespoons ginger peeled coarsely chopped
  •  spring onion 
  • small jalapeno diced stemmed seeded to taste finely (add more or less )
  • teaspoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon miso white
  • 0.5 cup pineapple fresh cubed
  • 0.5  bell pepper diced red seeded
  • servings salt to taste
  • teaspoon soya sauce 
  • 0.3 teaspoon tamarind paste (or omit and add extra lime juice)
  • 0.3 cup coconut flakes dried unsweetened
  • 0.5 cup vegetable stock 

Equipment

  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Pour into a saucepan and add the drained chickpeas. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat, add the lime juice, and refrigerate to cool completely. Thinly slice the green onion tops and add them, the other vegetables, and the pineapple to the chickpeas and toss well to combine.
  3. Add salt and additional lime juice to taste. Refrigerate to chill thoroughly (tastes best if allowed to chill for at least 4 hours).
  4. Serve atop greens garnished with toasted cashews.

Nutrition Facts

Calories189kcal
Protein16.66%
Fat21.07%
Carbs62.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
73.9
Glycemic Load
6.2
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
13.57391298376%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.04mg
Hesperetin
0.15mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.19mg
Luteolin
0.16mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.62mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:188.92kcal
9.45%
Fat:4.6g
7.07%
Saturated Fat:2.28g
14.24%
Carbohydrates:30.58g
10.19%
Net Carbohydrates:22.87g
8.32%
Sugar:9.21g
10.23%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:379.69mg
16.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.18g
16.36%
Manganese:1.12mg
56.2%
Folate:157.42µg
39.36%
Vitamin C:25.69mg
31.14%
Fiber:7.7g
30.8%
Copper:0.36mg
18.01%
Phosphorus:159.03mg
15.9%
Vitamin K:16.44µg
15.65%
Iron:2.75mg
15.28%
Magnesium:50.93mg
12.73%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.42%
Potassium:360.86mg
10.31%
Vitamin A:487.06IU
9.74%
Zinc:1.45mg
9.69%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.63%
Selenium:3.94µg
5.63%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.33%
Calcium:52.71mg
5.27%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.22%
Vitamin B3:0.79mg
3.97%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.91%