Chickpea apple salad
In the Kitchen with Henny
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| Chickpea apple salad (credit: HENNY SHOR) |
While chickpeas may not grow on trees, they play a significant role in Israeli culinary culture. Whether in the form of hummus spread or falafel, these legumes are rich in vitamins and minerals, providing excellent support for heart health. Add in sweet apples, crunchy celery, fresh herbs, and a peanut butter dressing for a healthy, filling salad delight.
Yields 4-5 servings
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 2 cups canned chickpeas
- 2 tsp. sweet paprika
- ½ lemon, juice only
- 2 medium apples
- 2 celery stalks
- ¼ cup Craisins
- Handful chopped fresh cilantro/parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Peanut butter dressing:
- 2 Tbsp. natural peanut butter
- 2 tsp. water
- 1 Tbsp. honey or maple syrup
- 1-2 tsp. lemon juice
- ½ tsp. soy sauce (optional)
Directions
In a frying pan, heat olive oil and cook the chickpeas for 4 minutes with occasional tossing. Add in the paprika and toss the chickpeas until well coated. Cook for another minute before turning off the heat. Pour in the lemon juice and the chopped parsley, seasoning with a dash of salt and pepper. Finely chop the apples and thinly slice the celery stalks and transfer everything to a serving bowl.
Put all the dressing ingredients into a separate small bowl and mix until smooth and well combined, then drizzle it over the salad before serving.
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| ENJOY! |
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