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Turkish Chickpea Salad

Turkish Chickpea Salad
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Turkish Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings. This hearty salad is packed with protein-rich chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices that create an explosion of flavor in every bite. Ideal served warm or cold, it’s a delightful addition to any meal. Plus, it’s easily customizable—use whatever fresh veggies you have on hand! Enjoy this nutritious salad as a quick lunch or as part of a light dinner.

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 (or parsley if needed)
  • 5–6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat and add rinsed chickpeas. Stir for 1 minute to coat. Add garam masala, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, turmeric, ground cloves, and black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
  2. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil along with sliced onions and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add red peppers and sun-dried tomatoes; cook for an additional 2 minutes.
  3. Combine chickpeas and sautéed vegetables in a bowl. Mix in apple vinegar, spices, chopped red cabbage, cilantro (or parsley), basil leaves, and lemon juice until well combined. Serve warm or chilled.

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