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Cranberry Walnut Chickpea Salad with Orange Vinaigrette served in a bowl
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Cranberry Walnut Chickpea Salad with Orange Vinaigrette

A fresh, zesty salad combining creamy chickpeas, crunchy walnuts, sweet-tart cranberries, and a bright citrus dressing.
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy, Healthy
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Jar

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Fresh spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup Dried cranberries
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts, roughly chopped
  • 1/4 cup Red onion, finely diced

Orange Vinaigrette Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup Olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Orange juice Fresh is best!
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, spinach, cranberries, walnuts, and red onion.
  • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, orange juice, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and gently toss until evenly coated.
  • Taste and season with more salt or pepper as needed.
  • Chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to let the flavors meld, or serve immediately.
  • Sprinkle with extra walnuts or fresh herbs like parsley before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Best served cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 200mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg