Green chickpea salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of this refreshing green chickpea salad. Packed with fresh vegetables and tossed in a zesty herb dressing, this dish is a delicious combination of textures and tastes. A must-try for any culinary enthusiast!
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 cup sour plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh mint
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dry mango powder (aamchur)
- 1 cup dried green chickpeas, soaked in water overnight
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow pepper, finely chopped to tiny bite size
- 1 cup sweet cherry tomatoes, chopped in half or quarters
Instructions:
- Grind the toasted cumin seeds into a fine powder using a coffee grinder or mortar and pestle.
- Combine all the dressing ingredients in a food processor and blend them together.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl, then incorporate the ground cumin powder and mix thoroughly once more.
- Place the soaked green chickpeas in a microwave-safe bowl with water and microwave on high for 10 minutes.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the green chickpeas, diced bell pepper, sliced cherry tomatoes, and chopped shallots.
- Drizzle in the prepared dressing and toss everything together.
- Your salad is now prepared and ready to be enjoyed!
Summary:
- Calories: 1988 kcal
- Fat: 126 g
- Protein: 53 g
- Carbs: 176 g
- Potassium: 3054 mg
- Magnesium: 276 mg