Healthy Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad

Name: Healthy Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 cup cucumber, chopped; 1 cup carrots, shredded; 1 cup red cabbage, shredded; 1 cup green onions, sliced; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 1/4 cup peanut butter; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 tablespoon maple syrup; 1 teaspoon curry powder; Salt and pepper to taste

September 11, 2025September 10, 2025 by Patricia Bland

Why Make This Recipe

This Healthy Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad is a colorful and nutritious dish full of flavor. It combines fresh vegetables with protein-packed chickpeas and a creamy dressing that ties everything together. This salad is perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner. Plus, it’s easy to make and great for meal prep!

How to Make Healthy Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad

Ingredients

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 cup cucumber, chopped
1 cup carrots, shredded
1 cup red cabbage, shredded
1 cup green onions, sliced
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon curry powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red bell pepper, cucumber, carrots, red cabbage, green onions, and cilantro.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, maple syrup, curry powder, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Serve immediately or allow to chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.

How to Serve Healthy Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad

This salad is best served fresh. You can enjoy it on its own or as a side dish. It also pairs well with grilled chicken or tofu for a more filling meal. For a bit of crunch, add some crushed peanuts on top just before serving.

How to Store Healthy Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad

If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. The salad will stay fresh for about 3 days. If possible, keep the dressing separate until you are ready to serve to avoid sogginess.

Tips to Make Healthy Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad

Make sure to rinse the chickpeas well to remove any excess salt.
Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or snap peas for more crunch.
If you prefer a spicier salad, add a little sriracha to the dressing.

Variation

You can easily customize this salad by changing the vegetables or the dressing. Try using tahini instead of peanut butter for a different flavor or add some avocado for creaminess.

FAQs

Can I use fresh chickpeas instead of canned?
Yes, you can cook fresh chickpeas. Just be sure to soak them overnight and cook them until tender before using.

Is this salad gluten-free?
Yes, as long as you use gluten-free soy sauce, this salad can be gluten-free.

How can I make this salad vegan?
This salad is already vegan! All the ingredients are plant-based.

Enjoy making and eating your Healthy Chopped Thai-Inspired Chickpea Salad! It’s not only healthy but also a delight for your taste buds.

Patricia S. Bland

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