Refresh Your Meals with a Vibrant Chickpea Blueberry Salad
Looking for a salad that’s not only healthy but also bursting with flavor? This Chickpea Blueberry Salad is the perfect combination of fresh, crunchy, and sweet elements that make every bite a delight. Paired with a creamy tahini maple dressing, this salad is a nutritious and satisfying option for lunch, dinner, or a light meal anytime.
Ingredients
For the Tahini Maple Dressing:
- 4 tablespoons tahini (60g)
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons water (plus more as needed)
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
For the Chickpea Salad:
- 8 heaping cups of mixed salad greens (arugula or baby spinach), about 2 cups per salad
- 4 cups very finely sliced red cabbage (1 cup per salad)
- 1 cup dried cranberries or raisins (1/4 cup per salad)
- 12 tablespoons hemp seeds (3 tablespoons per salad) or substitute with walnuts
- 1 (19 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (1/2 cup per salad)
- 2 cups fresh blueberries (1/2 cup per salad)
Directions
1. Make the Tahini Maple Dressing:
- In a bowl, whisk together the tahini, fresh lemon juice, water, maple syrup, garlic powder, and sea salt until smooth. Start with 3 tablespoons of water and add more as needed until the dressing is thick, creamy, and pourable. The tangy lemon juice balances the rich tahini, while the maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness, making this dressing a perfect complement to the salad.
2. Assemble the Salad:
- You can prepare this salad as individual servings or in a large mixing bowl for sharing. For individual servings, place 2 cups of mixed greens in each bowl. Top each bowl with 1 cup of finely sliced red cabbage, 1/4 cup of dried cranberries or raisins, 3 tablespoons of hemp seeds (or walnuts), 1/2 cup of chickpeas, and 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries. The vibrant colors and varied textures make this salad as beautiful as it is delicious.
3. Dress and Serve:
- Drizzle each salad generously with the tahini maple dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors that make this salad a standout dish. The combination of creamy dressing, juicy blueberries, and crunchy cabbage and hemp seeds creates a delightful contrast in every bite.
Nutritional Information
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Calories: 350 kcal per serving
- Servings: 4
Why You’ll Love This Chickpea Blueberry Salad
- Packed with Nutrients: This salad is loaded with protein-rich chickpeas, antioxidant-packed blueberries, and healthy fats from hemp seeds or walnuts, making it a well-rounded meal.
- Bursting with Flavor: The mix of sweet blueberries, tangy cranberries or raisins, and the savory tahini maple dressing makes every bite a flavor explosion.
- Quick and Easy: With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can have a nutritious and delicious salad ready to enjoy.
This Chickpea Blueberry Salad is more than just a salad—it’s a celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients that nourish your body and delight your taste buds. Whether you’re making it for yourself or serving it to friends and family, this salad is sure to be a hit. Give it a try and experience the perfect blend of flavors and textures in every bite!
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Chickpea Blueberry Salad
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
This Chickpea Blueberry Salad is a delightful combination of flavors and textures, making it a perfect choice for a light, nutritious meal. The earthy chickpeas and sweet blueberries pair beautifully with the crunch of red cabbage and the subtle nuttiness of hemp seeds. Topped with a creamy, tangy Tahini Maple Dressing, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
For the Tahini Maple Dressing:
4 tablespoons tahini (60g)
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons water (plus more as needed)
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
For the Chickpea Salad:
8 heaping cups of mixed salad greens (arugula or baby spinach), about 2 cups per salad
4 cups very finely sliced red cabbage (1 cup per salad)
1 cup dried cranberries or raisins (1/4 cup per salad)
12 tablespoons hemp seeds (3 tablespoons per salad) or substitute with walnuts
1 (19 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (1/2 cup per salad)
2 cups fresh blueberries (1/2 cup per salad)
Instructions
Make the Tahini Maple Dressing:
In a bowl, whisk together the tahini, fresh lemon juice, water, maple syrup, garlic powder, and sea salt until smooth. Start with 3 tablespoons of water and add more as needed until the dressing is thick, creamy, but still pourable.
Assemble the Salad:
You can prepare this salad as individual servings or in a large mixing bowl. For individual servings, place 2 cups of mixed greens in each bowl. Top each bowl with 1 cup of finely sliced red cabbage, 1/4 cup of dried cranberries or raisins, 3 tablespoons of hemp seeds, 1/2 cup of chickpeas, and 1/2 cup of fresh blueberries.
Dress and Serve:
Drizzle each salad generously with the tahini maple dressing. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 350