Fresh, crunchy, and packed with flavor—this vibrant chickpea salad with zesty lime dressing is a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory!

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas (rinsed, drained, and patted dry)
• 1 cup shredded cabbage (green or purple)
• 1 medium carrot (julienned or grated)
• 1 red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
• 1 cucumber (diced)
• 1/4 cup chopped peanuts
• 2 green onions (sliced thinly)
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Dressing:

• 3 tablespoons lime juice (about 2 limes)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sriracha (adjust to taste for spice level)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger

DIRECTIONS

1. Rinse and dry the chickpeas thoroughly—this helps them crisp up if you roast them (optional).
2. Shred the cabbage, julienne the carrots, slice the bell pepper, and dice the cucumber. Place all the prepared veggies in a large mixing bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, sriracha, minced garlic, and grated ginger until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed—add more sriracha for heat or honey for sweetness. Add the chickpeas, shredded cabbage, carrots, bell pepper, cucumber, green onions, and cilantro to the mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Sprinkle the chopped peanuts (or cashews) over the top for added crunch. Garnish with extra cilantro or diced red pepper.