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Crispy Chili Lime Chickpea Salad

Crispy Chili Lime Chickpea Salad That Dances on Your Tongue

Crispy Chili Lime Chickpea Salad is a refreshing, quick, and healthy vegan dish packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Chickpeas drained and patted dry
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil or olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt
  • 2 cups Chopped Spinach
  • 1 cup Grape Tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup Corn
  • 1 cup Diced Cucumber
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts
  • 1/4 cup Sunflower Seeds
  • 1 medium Avocado diced
  • 1/2 cup Monterey Jack Cheese optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Tahini
  • 3 tablespoons Lime Juice preferably fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup for vegan
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Drain and pat the chickpeas dry, then toss them with avocado oil, chili powder, cumin, and sea salt.
  3. Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet and roast for about 20 minutes, shaking halfway through.
  4. In a bowl, place chopped spinach and top with grape tomatoes, corn, diced cucumber, and walnuts.
  5. Whisk together tahini, lime juice, honey, and salt in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy.
  6. Add roasted chickpeas to the salad, drizzle with tahini dressing, and toss to combine.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust seasoning and vegetable choices according to taste. Use fresh lime juice for best results.

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