Chana Salad Or Chickpea Salad Ruchiskitchen

It not only packs nutrition but a myriad of colors too, which makes it look glamorous and completely drool-worthy.

This Chickpea Salad is adaptive, customizable, and great for lunch, potlucks, and picnics. The best part is that this mouth-watering salad is portable and loved by all ages. This delicacy uses nutrient-rich ingredients- Garbanzo beans (chickpeas), fresh veggies, and feta cheese, which are tossed in a tangy dressing, making this recipe an irresistible indulgence. Serve this Chana salad or Chickpea Salad for lunch or dinner, and I am sure you will garner many compliments for your glamorous creation.

Quick and super easy to prepare Healthy, hearty, and nutritious Protein-packed family favorite Gluten-free, nut-free, and vegetarian Can be vegan, too (skip the feta cheese) Addictive and irresistibly delicious!

Vegetables — Onions, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, cucumbers, cilantro leaves, and scallions all add their unique flavors to the recipe and make it lip-smackingly delicious. Seasonings — Add red chili flakes, cumin seeds, and dried mint leaves for more flavoring and spiciness. Homemade salad dressing — A dash of this hypes the overall flavor of the chana salad or chickpea salad recipe.

Can use canned chickpeas — Canned chickpeas are cooked and ready to eat. So, feel free to use them if you are on a time crunch. However, when using the canned chickpeas, drain and rinse them before adding them to the chickpea salad. Toasted chickpeas for extra delight — Toast boiled chickpeas in an oven or air fryer and enjoy the extra crunch which it adds to the recipe. Versatile recipe — This recipe can be prepared with a medley of veggies; the sky is the limit when choosing the combo used here. Roasted butter squash, sweet potatoes, cherry tomatoes, iceberg lettuce, and other veggies can all be a part of this delicious chickpea salad. You may also add toasted nuts and walnuts for a wonderful crunch. Substitutes of Chickpeas — You can replace chickpeas with other canned beans, like black beans or kidney beans. However, make sure to rinse and drain them before adding them to the salad. Add salt sparingly — If you are using Feta cheese, add less salt to the recipe because Feta is already a salty cheese. Adding more salt will result in an overly salty salad. Taste before serving — The salad may need an extra squeeze of lemon, a pinch of salt, or a dash of extra seasoning, so before serving the salad, always taste it and make sure everything is on point. Dial up a sweet spot — If you like some sweetness in the chana salad, feel free to add a little sugar to it. Make-ahead recipe — Boiled chickpeas and veggies can be stored separately in air-tight containers and stored in the fridge for assembly later. For optimal freshness, combine everything close to serving and toss in some exciting dressings. Serve the glammed-up preparation! Add a tangy cheer — Lemon adds a nice spicy flavor to the salad. But feel free to add apple cider vinegar to add some zing to the chickpea salad. To make a crunchier salad — Green onions add a neutral flavor to the salad and boost the overall taste, but if you are looking for an extra crunch, feel free to add finely diced red onions/ sweet onions instead. Relish the salad warm or cold — You can devour this fabulous salad warm or cold, as per your preference. To serve it warm, heat the chickpeas in the microwave just before serving. Toss in the veggies and dress the salad. Toss again to coat and serve immediately.