Superfood Salad
There’s nothing that we like more than a super simple recipe with superfoods in it! Superfoods are foods which contain an exceptional diversity and amount of nutrients.
Sprouting Chickpeas
Does the following chickpea salad recipe makes you feel bloated just thinking about it?!
Consider sprouting the chickpeas first.It’s really simple. Just soak the dried beans for about 2 days (changing water a couple of times).The chickpeas will be much easier to digest and also cook more quickly.
Chickpea Golden Berry Salad
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup (160 mL) slivered almonds
- 1 19 oz (532 g) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 10 oz (280 g) can mandarin orange segments, drained
- 2/3 cup (160 mL) dried golden or goji berries
- 1 small red onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 in (2.5 cm) piece fresh ginger, minced
- 1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 1 cup (250 mL) parsley, chopped
- 4 oz (125 mL) feta cheese, cubed
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) apple cider vinegar
- 2 Tbsp (30 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
- Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Directions
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast slivered almonds until golden brown, about 4 minutes, stirring often.
- Combine all ingredients in large bowl.
- Store in refrigerator for several hours before serving.
Bon Apetit!
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