Low-Calorie Cranberry-Walnut Chickpea Salad
Swap out chicken for chickpeas in this satisfying vegetarian main dish, perfect for a low-calorie lunch. The sweet-tart flavor of cranberries, combined with the crunch of toasted walnuts and celery, makes this salad a delightful and healthy choice. Serve it over leafy greens or use it as a filling for a nutritious sandwich.
Ingredients:
¼ cup low-fat plain strained yogurt, such as Greek-style
1 tablespoon minced onion
2 teaspoons lemon juice
¼ teaspoon salt
1 (15 ounce) can no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed
¼ cup diced celery
¼ cup dried cranberries
¼ cup chopped walnuts, toasted
Directions:
In a medium bowl, mix yogurt, onion, lemon juice, and salt.
Add chickpeas, celery, cranberries, and toasted walnuts; toss to coat.
Tip:For enhanced flavor, toast the walnuts before use. Place chopped nuts in a small dry skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant (2 to 4 minutes).
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