Spicy Curry Chickpea Salad
This Spicy Curry Chickpea Salad is a refreshing twist. On traditional salads. Blending creamy curry dressing. With crunchy veggies, and golden raisins. And protein-packed chickpeas. It’s a quick, nutritious dish. That’s full of bold flavors – from the warmth of curry. To the sweetness of raisins. The combination of textures. And tastes. Makes this salad perfect for picnics, and meal prep. Or whenever you’re craving. Something light yet satisfying.
Servings
Ingredients
- 2 15-ounce cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 3 tbsp diced shallot
- 1 large celery stalk diced
- ¼ c golden raisins
- 3 tbsp chopped cilantro
- 2 tbsp slivered almonds
For the Dressing:
- ½ c mayo
- 1 ½ tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep the chickpeas: Drain. And rinse the chickpeas. To remove any excess liquid. Then transfer them. To a large bowl. Use a fork. Or potato masher. To mash them slightly. Aim for a mix of mashed chickpeas. And some that remain whole. Which gives the salad. A great texture.
- Add the veggies: To the mashed chickpeas. Add the diced red bell pepper, shallots, celery, golden raisins, cilantro, and slivered almonds. These ingredients bring a mix of sweetness and crunch. And freshness. To balance out the chickpeas.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl. Whisk together the mayonnaise, lime juice, curry powder, garlic powder, and honey. And a pinch of salt. And pepper. Stir until everything. Is well combined. And smooth.
- Combine and toss: Pour the dressing. Over the chickpea. And vegetable mixture. And gently toss. Until all the ingredients. Are evenly coated. In the creamy curry dressing. Make sure every bite. Has a little bit of everything!
- Let it chill: Cover the salad. And pop it. Into the fridge. For about 30 minutes. This allows the flavors. To really meld together. Making the salad. Even more delicious. When served cold.
Notes
To make this Spicy Curry Chickpea Salad gluten-free. Ensure that the curry powder. And any other seasonings you use. Are certified gluten-free. Some curry powders may contain gluten. Due to additives or cross-contamination. So it's always best. To double-check the label. The rest of the ingredients—chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and almonds—are naturally gluten-free. Making this dish an easy. And safe option. For those with gluten sensitivities.