Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad with Peanut Sauce Recipe Easy
Author:lilie
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Diet:gluten-free, vegetarian
Description
Try a Crunchy Thai Chickpea Salad with Peanut Sauce zesty satisfying crunch in every bite plus quick prep A vibrant shareable weeknight winner
Ingredients
Scale
1 can chickpeas (15 oz / 400 g), drained and rinsed
2 cups shredded cabbage (green or purple)
1 cup shredded carrots
1 cup thinly sliced bell pepper (red or yellow)
1/2 cup cucumber, diced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
3 green onions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)
For the dressing:
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce
1–2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
1–2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce or Sriracha (optional)
2–4 tablespoons warm water
1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
Rinse and drain the chickpeas well. Pat dry with a towel and, if you have a minute, toss them in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes to wake up their surface and add a little nuttiness.
Prep the vegetables: shred the cabbage, carrots, and pepper; dice the cucumber; slice the green onions; and roughly chop the cilantro and mint. Have everything ready in a large mixing bowl for easy tossing.
Make the peanut dressing: whisk peanut butter, tamari, lime juice, honey, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and chili sauce together. Drizzle in warm water a little at a time until you reach a pourable, glossy consistency. Stir in sesame oil and taste – adjust lime, salt, or heat as needed.
Assemble the salad: add chickpeas and vegetables to the bowl. Pour in most of the dressing and toss until every piece is lightly coated and the colors gleam. Sprinkle with peanuts and sesame seeds as a final crunch.
Taste and adjust: if the salad feels dry, add a touch more dressing; if it’s too saucy, add a pinch more cabbage or carrots to soak up flavor. For best texture, serve right away or let it rest 10-15 minutes for the flavors to meld.
