Creamy Chickpea Salad

A wholesome, creamy salad made with boiled chickpeas, crunchy veggies, and a herby curd dressing. Perfect for summer days, meal prep, or a post-workout snack!

Dressing Ingredients:

• Curd (yogurt) – 1½ cups (thick and chilled)

• Pepper powder – 1 tsp

• Honey – ½ tbsp

• Oregano – 1 tsp

• Chili flakes – 1 tsp

• Lemon juice – 1 tbsp

• Olive oil – ½ tbsp (optional, for added smoothness)

Salad Ingredients:

• Boiled chickpeas – 1½ cups

• Cucumber – 1, diced

• Tomato – 1, diced

• Onion – 1, diced

• Green chilies – 2, finely chopped

• Crushed roasted peanuts – 1 tbsp

• Salt – to taste

• Chopped coriander – for garnish

Instructions:

Prepare the Dressing:

1. In a bowl, add 1½ cups curd.

2. Add pepper powder, honey, oregano, chili flakes, lemon juice, and olive oil.

3. Whisk everything until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Assemble the Salad:

1. In a large bowl, add boiled chickpeas, diced cucumber, tomato, onion, green chilies, and roasted peanuts.

2. Sprinkle salt to taste.

Mix & Serve:

1. Pour the prepared curd dressing over the salad.

2. Toss well until all ingredients are evenly coated.

3. Garnish with chopped coriander.

Serve chilled for best taste!

Tips:

• You can swap curd with Greek yogurt for a thicker consistency.

• Add grated carrot or sweet corn for a colorful twist.

• Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to a day.