This Curried Chickpea Salad is a flavorful and nutritious twist on a classic salad, combining creamy curry dressing with protein-packed chickpeas and crisp veggies. With warm spices like cumin, turmeric, and a hint of cayenne, this salad is both satisfying and vibrant. Whether served as a sandwich filling, a wrap, or on its own, it’s a delicious, easy-to-make dish perfect for meal prep or a quick lunch!
Curried Chickpea Salad Ingredients
For the curry dressing:
- ¼ cup vegan mayonnaise (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ small lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Pinch of black pepper
- 1 clove garlic
- Salt to taste
For the salad:
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas (1 ½ cups cooked), drained and rinsed
- ½ cup finely diced celery
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 2 green onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
