Cranberry Walnut Chickpea Salad with Orange Vinaigrette
Indulge in the refreshing and nutritious Cranberry Walnut Chickpea Salad with Orange Vinaigrette, perfect for a healthy lunch or meatless meal. This vibrant chickpea bowl combines rich textures with tangy flavors, making it one of the best salad recipes for a high protein lunch.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Total Time: 15 mins
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- For the Orange Vinaigrette:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons orange juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine chickpeas, spinach, cranberries, walnuts, and red onion in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, tossing gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for the most vibrant flavors.
- Consider toasting the walnuts for enhanced nutty flavor.
- Avoid overdressing; too much vinaigrette can overwhelm the ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Cranberry Walnut Chickpea Salad, Orange Vinaigrette, healthy lunch, high protein lunch, meatless meals