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Crispy Chili Lime Chickpea Salad

Crispy Chili Lime Chickpea Salad for a Zesty Weeknight Dinner

Crispy Chili Lime Chickpea Salad is a vibrant dish packed with wholesome ingredients for a nourishing, delicious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust based on heat preference
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt to taste
For the Salad
  • 4 cups Chopped Spinach can be swapped for kale or mixed greens
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes
  • 1 cup Corn fresh, frozen, or canned (drained)
  • 1 cup Diced Cucumber or zucchini
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts omit or replace with pumpkin seeds if nut-free
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds
  • 1 medium Avocado ripe
  • 1/2 cup Monterey Jack Cheese optional or use dairy-free cheese
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt for dressing, adjust to preference

Equipment

  • oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat Oven: Start by setting your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Prepare Chickpeas: Drain and pat the canned chickpeas dry. Toss them with avocado oil, chili powder, cumin, and sea salt.
  3. Roast Chickpeas: Spread the seasoned chickpeas on a lined baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, turning halfway through.
  4. Assemble Salad: In a large bowl, layer chopped spinach, grape tomatoes, corn, diced cucumber, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and avocado slices.
  5. Make Dressing: Whisk together tahini, fresh lime juice, honey, and salt until smooth.
  6. Combine: Add the crispy chickpeas to the salad and drizzle with dressing. Toss gently.
  7. Serve & Enjoy: Serve fresh or refrigerate for later.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Garnish with lime zest for an extra zing. Keep salad components and dressing separately stored for optimal freshness.

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