Toasted Chickpea and Apricot Salad

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
26%
Toasted Chickpea and Apricot Salad
30 min.
4
305kcal

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Discover a delightful fusion of flavors with this Toasted Chickpea and Apricot Salad, a perfect addition to any meal! This vibrant salad bursts with the natural sweetness of fresh apricots, perfectly complemented by the earthy crunch of toasted chickpeas. With a quick preparation time of just 30 minutes, this dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a deliciously nutritious side, antipasto, or even a light snack.

Each bite offers a satisfying texture contrast, as the crisp baby arugula leaves mingle with the warm roasted chickpeas, all drizzled with a zesty dressing that brightens the palate. The crumbly feta adds a luxurious creaminess, while hints of orange juice and rind introduce a refreshing citrus note that ties together the diverse flavors beautifully.

Best of all, this recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free, making it an excellent choice for a variety of dietary preferences. Whether you’re serving it at a dinner party or enjoying it as a solo snack, this salad is sure to impress your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied! Create this culinary masterpiece that’s not only wholesome but also bursting with color and flavor; it’s the perfect way to enjoy the seasonal tastes of summer.

Ingredients

  • large apricots pitted sliced
  • cups baby arugula 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cups garbanzo beans dry canned rinsed cooked drained
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • teaspoon ground coriander 
  • teaspoons ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil divided
  • 0.5 cup onion red vertically sliced
  • 1.5 tablespoons orange juice fresh
  • teaspoon orange zest grated
  • 1.5 tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 45
  2. Combine first 3 ingredients in a roasting pan, and drizzle with 2 tablespoons oil, shaking pan to coat beans. Roast at 450 for 20 minutes, stirring once.
  3. Combine remaining 2 tablespoons oil, rind, vinegar, juice, salt, and pepper in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Stir in onion and apricots, tossing gently to coat.
  4. Add warm beans and arugula, tossing to combine.
  5. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories305kcal
Protein12.17%
Fat55.83%
Carbs32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
64.25
Glycemic Load
6.9
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.928695611332%

Flavonoids

Catechin
1.28mg
Epicatechin
1.66mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Hesperetin
0.76mg
Naringenin
0.14mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.86mg
Kaempferol
7.33mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
6.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:304.92kcal
15.25%
Fat:19.56g
30.1%
Saturated Fat:4.06g
25.36%
Carbohydrates:25.23g
8.41%
Net Carbohydrates:18.04g
6.56%
Sugar:5.05g
5.61%
Cholesterol:12.62mg
4.21%
Sodium:658.1mg
28.61%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.6g
19.2%
Manganese:1.19mg
59.48%
Vitamin B6:0.71mg
35.38%
Vitamin K:31.68µg
30.17%
Fiber:7.18g
28.74%
Vitamin A:1255.6IU
25.11%
Phosphorus:179.29mg
17.93%
Calcium:169.56mg
16.96%
Iron:2.95mg
16.4%
Vitamin E:2.41mg
16.06%
Folate:63.82µg
15.95%
Vitamin C:12.18mg
14.76%
Magnesium:57.37mg
14.34%
Copper:0.26mg
13.11%
Potassium:421.6mg
12.05%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.71%
Zinc:1.53mg
10.23%
Vitamin B5:0.72mg
7.17%
Selenium:4.98µg
7.12%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.91%
Vitamin B12:0.24µg
3.99%
Vitamin B3:0.68mg
3.41%
Source:My Recipes