Best Curried Chickpea Salad
Discover the vibrant and nutritious Best Curried Chickpea Salad, a delightful dish that brings together protein-packed chickpeas, crisp vegetables, and a creamy curry yogurt dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, picnic, or as a side at dinner parties, this salad is quick to prepare and customizable to suit your taste. The harmonious blend of spices adds warmth and depth, while the fresh ingredients provide texture and color. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with grains or crusty bread, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
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- 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup diced cucumber
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons curry powder
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas; pat dry with paper towels.
- Chop the cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper into uniform pieces.
- In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt and curry powder until smooth; adjust seasoning with salt.
- Combine chickpeas and chopped vegetables in a large bowl; pour the dressing over them and mix gently.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup or 240g
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg