Description
Asian Cucumber and Chickpea Slaw with Sesame Dressing is a vibrant, refreshing salad that bursts with flavor and crunch. Combining crisp cucumbers, hearty chickpeas, and colorful carrots, this slaw is elevated by a savory sesame dressing. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a healthy side dish, it offers versatility to complement any meal. In just 15 minutes, you can prepare this nutritious salad, making it an ideal option for busy weeknights or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cucumber
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Shred the cucumbers and carrots using a grater or mandoline. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add chickpeas, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Garnish with sesame seeds.
- Let the slaw sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg