Description
A refreshing and vibrant slaw featuring crunchy cucumbers, sweet carrots, and protein-packed chickpeas, all tossed in a nutty sesame dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cucumber
- 1 cup shredded carrots
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Start by shredding the cucumber and carrots using a grater or mandoline for the perfect texture. Toss them into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the drained chickpeas, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro into the same bowl with your shredded veggies. Get those colors popping!
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, ginger, and minced garlic. Whisk it well until everything combines beautifully.
- Pour the dressing over the slaw mixture and toss it gently. Make sure every bit of that delicious dressing coats the ingredients evenly.
- Sprinkle sesame seeds on top as a garnish—this adds a nice little crunch!
- Let the slaw sit for at least 10 minutes before serving. This resting time allows the flavors to meld, enhancing the taste.
- Serve chilled, dig in, and enjoy every bite!
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and texture. Adjust the dressing to your taste, and let the slaw rest to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, cucumber, chickpeas, vegetarian, Asian