Chickpea Salad With Yogurt Dressing Recipes

CHICKPEA AND SPINACH SALAD WITH CUMIN DRESSING AND YOGURT SAUCE

Steps:

• In a medium bowl combine the chickpeas, parsley and onion. In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, zest, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss to combine. Serve the chickpea salad over a bed of spinach leaves. Top with the yogurt sauce and a sprinkle of mint, if using.
• In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, orange zest, orange juice and honey.

CHICKEN & CHICKPEA SALAD WITH CURRY YOGURT DRESSING

Steps:

• Bring a pan of water to the boil. Add the chicken breasts and some salt, then put on the lid. Turn off the heat and leave for 15 mins until cooked through. Drain, then shred the chicken.
• In a small bowl, mix the yogurt, curry powder, lemon juice, chopped mint and some seasoning.
• Toss the chicken and chickpeas with half the dressing, and season. Arrange on 2 plates and scatter over the tomatoes, onion, remaining mint and peanuts. Drizzle any extra dressing over the top.

CHICKPEA SALAD WITH FRESH HERBS AND SCALLIONS

Steps:

• In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, salt and pepper. Whisk until smooth, then add the dill and parsley and stir to combine. Set aside.
• Place the chickpeas in a large bowl and using a fork, lightly mash about 1/3 of them. Add the celery and scallions and toss.
• Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well, and set aside at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with more dill and parsley and serve. (If you're not serving the dish immediately, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving.)