Asian Inspired Chickpea Salad

Looking for a fresh, flavorful twist on your usual salad? This Asian-Inspired Chickpea Salad is packed with vibrant ingredients, crunchy textures, and a deliciously tangy-sesame dressing. With protein-rich chickpeas, crisp veggies, and bold Asian flavors, this salad is the perfect balance of nourishing and satisfying.

Whether you're meal prepping for the week or need a quick, healthy lunch, this dish will keep you feeling energized and satisfied! 🥗✨

Ingredients:

• 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 1/2 to 1 nori sheet, finely chopped

• 1 Tbsp capers (or minced dill pickle)

• 1/3 cup diced celery

• 1/4 cup diced red onion

• 2 Tbsp olive oil

• 1 Tbsp coconut aminos

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 Tbsp lemon juice

• 1/4 cup Greek Yogurt

• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Start by draining and rinsing a can of chickpeas. If you're making beans from scratch, you want 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas.

2. Place the drained chickpeas in a mixing bowl and smash them with a wooden spoon to achieve the desired texture.

3. Use clean kitchen scissors to finely chop nori seaweed.

4. Add chopped nori seaweed and all other ingredients to the bowl with the smashed chickpeas and stir well to combine. Salt and pepper to taste, and enjoy immediately.

5. This salad goes beautifully on a bed of mixed salad greens or in a wrap.

6. Leftovers keep well in a covered container for up to four days.

7. Serves 4