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Turkish Chickpea Salad

Turkish Chickpea Salad
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If you’re in search of a fresh, vibrant dish that can be prepared in just 20 minutes, look no further than this delightful Turkish Chickpea Salad. Bursting with flavor and featuring wholesome ingredients, this salad is perfect for busy weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleaser at family gatherings. Its versatility allows you to enjoy it warm or cold, making it an ideal choice for meal prep that everyone will love. Packed with aromatic spices and colorful vegetables, this plant-based salad is not only nutritious but also incredibly satisfying!

Ingredients

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  • 4 tbsp olive oil, divided
  • 15 oz chickpeas, cooked, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper, more or less to taste
  • 1 sweet onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red pepper, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp sun dried tomatoes in oil, finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp sumac
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp apple vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp vegan sugar, optional
  • 1 cup red cabbage, chopped
  • 1 cup cilantro, chopped (sub with parsley if needed)
  • 5–6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chickpeas and spices (garam masala, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, turmeric, cloves, black pepper) and cook for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
  2. In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil. Sauté sliced onions and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes until softened. Then add red peppers and sun-dried tomatoes; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and mix in apple vinegar, chili powder, cumin, vegan sugar (if using), cabbage, herbs, and lemon juice. Stir well to combine and serve warm or chilled.

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