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Asian Cucumber and Chickpea Slaw with Sesame Dressing

Delicious Asian Cucumber and Chickpea Slaw with Sesame Dressing

This Asian Cucumber and Chickpea Slaw with Sesame Dressing is a nutritious, quick meal bursting with color and flavor, perfect for summer barbecues.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Slaw
  • 2 medium Cucumbers English cucumbers are preferred.
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained and rinsed.
  • 1 cup Carrots Pre-shredded can save time.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with yellow or orange.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Optional, for a milder flavor, skip it.
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chives can be used instead.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Soy Sauce Substitute with tamari for gluten-free.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil Can replace with neutral vegetable oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup Maple syrup keeps it vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Ginger Fresh ginger is best; ground is okay.
  • 1 clove Garlic Optional, omit if sensitive.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds For garnish.

Equipment

  • sharp knife
  • Grater or Food Processor
  • large mixing bowl
  • Small Bowl for Dressing

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by thinly slicing the cucumbers, using a sharp knife for clean, even cuts that will enhance the slaw’s crunch.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, drained chickpeas, shredded carrots, and red bell pepper strips.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and your choice of honey or maple syrup.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the slaw mixture in your large bowl, then gently toss everything together using tongs or your hands.
  5. Cover the prepared slaw bowl with plastic wrap or a lid, then place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
  6. Once chilled, remove the slaw from the refrigerator, give it a gentle toss to redistribute the dressing if needed, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow the slaw to chill for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors. Serve cold with optional crushed peanuts or additional sesame seeds on top.

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