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Chopped Salad: Vegan broccoli salad with chickpeas

Lunch
up to 15 Min
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Maya Leinenbach (Fitgreenmind)
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I was inspired to try chopped salads and i'm hooked! So easy to make and great for meal prep!

Prep Time

15

Cook Time

0

Total Time

15

Ingredients you'll need

For the salad

  • 1/2 broccoli head, cut in florets
  • 1/2 pointed cabbage (or regular cabbage)
  • 1 can (200g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

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For the herb dressing

  • 1 bunch coriander or parsley
  • 1-2 cloves garlic
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp agave or maple syrup
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • salt and chili flakes to taste
  • a handful of nuts (cashews work great)
  • a little water to thin

Let's get cookin'

  1. Bring a pot of water to boil and blanch broccoli florets for 4-5 minutes until tender-crisp.
  2. Drain broccoli and let cool completely.
  3. Place blanched broccoli, cabbage, and chickpeas on a large chopping board.
  4. Chop everything together until you reach your desired size consistency.
  5. Transfer chopped vegetables to a large bowl.
  6. For the dressing, add coriander/parsley, garlic, olive oil, agave, lemon juice, salt, chili flakes, and nuts to a blender.
  7. Add a little water to thin and blend until creamy and smooth.
  8. Pour dressing over the chopped vegetables and mix well.
  9. Serve immediately with chips or store in refrigerator.
  10. Salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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