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Cranberry Walnut Chickpea Salad with Orange Vinaigrette


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant salad made with chickpeas, cranberries, walnuts, and a zesty orange vinaigrette, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cranberries, walnuts, red onion, and mixed greens. Gently toss to mix the flavors and colors together.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, orange juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create a vibrant vinaigrette.
  3. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine, making sure everything is nicely coated.
  4. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to one hour to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.

Notes

This salad is versatile—feel free to adapt it with your favorite toppings or ingredients. For the best taste, enjoy within 24 hours.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg