Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring crisp cucumbers, chickpeas, and a flavorful sesame dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cucumber
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Shred the cucumber and carrots using a grater or mandoline. Place them in a large bowl.
- Add the chickpeas, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl with the shredded vegetables.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and garlic until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top for garnish.
- Let the slaw sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare the slaw and dressing separately and combine just before serving.
- Spice It Up: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Asian slaw, cucumber salad, chickpea salad, sesame dressing, vegetarian salad, healthy salad, easy salad
