Indian chickpea salad
Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Indian chickpea salad is packed full of flavour from the Indian spices, crunchy veggies and a tangy lime dressing. This delicious salad is full of protein from the chickpeas and cashews and super easy to make.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can (400 g, 14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 1 tomato, deseeded and chopped
- ½ seedless cucumber, chopped
- 1 green pepper, finely chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
- ¼ cup roasted cashew nuts, chopped
Dressing
- ¼ cup sunflower oil
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, peeled and grated
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 teaspoon chaat masala or curry powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix together the ingredients for the dressing.
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Add all the chopped vegetables, cilantro and cashews to the bowl with the dressing and gently toss.
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Top with some extra cashew nuts, chopped cilantro and a squeeze if lime and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.