Cranberry Walnut Chickpea Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

• 總時間: 7 minutes

食材

For the salad

1 can Chickpeas, drained & rinsed

½ cup dried Cranberries

½ cup chopped Walnuts (lightly toasted if possible)

1 cup cucumber, diced

1 cup bell pepper, diced

¼ red onion, finely chopped

2 cups spinach or mixed greens

Optional: feta cheese or avocado

For the orange vinaigrette

¼ cup fresh orange juice

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1 tsp honey or maple syrup

1 small garlic clove, grated (optional)

Salt & black pepper to taste

步驟

Prep the base

In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cranberries, walnuts, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, and greens.

Make the dressing

Whisk together orange juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic (if using), salt, and pepper until smooth and slightly emulsified.

Assemble

Pour the orange vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until everything is well coated.

Rest & serve

Let it sit for 5–10 minutes so the flavors blend, then serve.

Serving ideas

As a standalone lunch bowl

Stuffed into pita bread

Paired with grilled chicken or salmon

Over quinoa for a more filling meal

Tips for best flavor

Toast walnuts lightly for deeper nutty flavor

Add orange zest for extra citrus punch

Chill before serving for a refreshing version

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