Trader Joe’s Chickpea Masala Salad Recipe

This Trader Joe’s Chickpea Masala Salad is a crunchy and tangy recipe, which is made with chickpeas and roasted cashews. It’s a great choice for a healthy lunch, ready in about 15 minutes.

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Trader Joe’s Chickpea Masala Salad Ingredients

For the Dressing:

• ¼ cup sunflower oil
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, peeled and grated
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon chaat masala or curry powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Salad:

• 1 can (400 g, 14 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• ½ red onion, finely chopped
• 1 tomato, deseeded and chopped
• ½ seedless cucumber, chopped
• 1 green pepper, finely chopped
• ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
• ¼ cup roasted cashew nuts, chopped

How To Make Trader Joe’s Chickpea Masala Salad

1. Whisk the Dressing: In a large bowl, mix together all the ingredients for the dressing: sunflower oil, lime juice, grated ginger, minced garlic, chaat masala, cumin powder, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
2. Combine the Salad Ingredients: Add all the chopped vegetables, cilantro, and cashews to the bowl with the dressing.
3. Toss and Serve: Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is well coated. Top with some extra cashew nuts, chopped cilantro, and a final squeeze of lime before serving.

Recipe Tips

• What is chaat masala? Chaat masala is a tangy and slightly pungent spice blend used in Indian cuisine. It typically includes amchoor (dried mango powder), cumin, coriander, and black salt. If you can’t find it, a good quality curry powder is the best substitute.
• Can I make this salad ahead of time? This salad is great for making ahead. For the best texture, you can combine the chickpeas and all the vegetables and store them in one container, and the dressing in another. Toss them together just before serving. If already mixed, it will keep for 3-4 days, though the vegetables will soften slightly.
• How can I add more protein? To make this a more substantial main course, you could add some cubed paneer, shredded rotisserie chicken, or an extra handful of roasted cashews.
• How to deseed a tomato easily? Simply slice the tomato in half and use a small spoon to gently scoop out the watery pulp and seeds from the center of each half. This prevents the salad from becoming watery.

What To Serve With Chickpea Masala Salad

This vibrant salad is a fantastic light lunch on its own, but it also pairs wonderfully with:

• Warm naan or pita bread
• A dollop of plain yogurt or raita to cool it down
• As a side dish for grilled chicken or fish kebabs
• A bed of fluffy basmati rice

How To Store Chickpea Masala Salad

• Refrigerate: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The flavors will continue to meld and are often even better the next day.

Chickpea Masala Salad Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Protein: 10g
• Fat: 20g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Sodium: 450mg
• Sugar: 8g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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