Chickpea Peach Salad with Honey Lime Dressing
Chickpea Peach Salad with Honey Lime Dressing is a refreshing and nutritious dish combining the hearty texture of chickpeas with juicy ripe peaches, all enhanced by a zesty honey lime dressing. Perfectly balancing sweet and tangy flavors, this light yet filling salad is ideal for quick lunches, dinners, or picnics.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No Cooking / Raw Preparation
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan (with maple syrup substitution)
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 ripe fresh peaches, washed, pitted, and sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint or basil, chopped
Honey Lime Dressing
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons natural honey
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess salt and any canned taste. Wash, pit, and slice fresh peaches into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice red onion and chop fresh herbs like mint or basil for that aromatic burst.
- Make the Honey Lime Dressing: Whisk together fresh lime juice, honey, and extra virgin olive oil until the mixture emulsifies. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting sweetness or tartness to your preference.
- Combine the Salad: In a large bowl, gently toss chickpeas, peaches, red onion, and herbs with the honey lime dressing. Ensure every ingredient is well-coated but avoid over-mixing to keep peaches intact.
- Chill and Serve: Let the salad sit in the fridge for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled for the ultimate refreshing experience.
Notes
- Choose ripe peaches for natural sweetness and juiciness.
- Use fresh lime juice instead of bottled for vibrant flavor.
- Don’t skimp on fresh herbs to brighten the overall taste.
- Adjust dressing ingredients to suit personal preference.
- Serve the salad within a few hours of preparation for the freshest texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chickpea salad, peach salad, honey lime dressing, healthy salad, gluten free salad, vegan salad, quick salad, summer salad