Description
This Vegan Chickpea Salad is a quick, delicious, and healthy meal that’s ready in just 10 minutes! Featuring a perfect blend of savory tahini dressing, crunchy veggies, sweet raisins, and toasted pecans, this gluten-free, soy-free, and oil-free salad is ideal for a nutritious meal or snack. It’s a versatile dish that can be served on greens, wrapped in lettuce, or used as a filling for a grain tortilla, making it a great option for meal prep or busy days.
Ingredients
- 1 can (or 1.5 cups cooked) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp tahini
- 1/2 cup celery, diced
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup pecans (or walnuts), chopped
- 1 carrot, shredded
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Coconut aminos (optional)
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine tahini, apple cider vinegar, and a splash of water to create a creamy dressing.
- Mash the chickpeas: Add the chickpeas to the bowl and mash them slightly with a spoon, leaving some whole for texture.
- Add the veggies and nuts: Stir in the diced celery, raisins, chopped pecans, shredded carrot, and chopped green onions.
- Season: Add salt, pepper, and coconut aminos (if using) to taste. Mix well and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Notes
- Gluten-Free: Naturally gluten-free.
- Nut-Free: Omit the pecans and replace with sunflower or pumpkin seeds if you have a nut allergy.
- Sweet and Spicy: Add cayenne pepper or chili flakes for an extra kick of spice.
- Wrap It Up: Use this chickpea salad as a filling for lettuce wraps, collard greens, or a gluten-free tortilla for a handheld meal.
