Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 cups chickpeas (cooked or canned)
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 2 cups red cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 1 bunch green onions (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons tahini (or smooth peanut butter)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (or lemon juice)
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (or any neutral oil)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced or 1/4 tsp garlic powder)
- chopped peanuts (optional for a nut-free option)
- fresh cilantro (or parsley)
- sesame seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse and drain chickpeas if using canned.
- Thinly slice red cabbage and place it in a large mixing bowl.
- Shred carrots, dice red bell pepper, and add them to the bowl.
- Chop green onions and roughly chop cilantro, then add to the bowl.
- In a jar combine tahini, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Secure the lid and shake the jar vigorously until the dressing is smooth.
- Pour half the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Taste and add more dressing if needed, adjusting lime or honey to preference.
- Top the salad with chopped peanuts and sesame seeds if using.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly for a colder, crisper bite.
Notes
Use canned chickpeas and pre-shredded vegetables to save time. Store dressed salad in an airtight container for up to one day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
