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Falafel-Spiced Roasted Chickpea Salad with Tahini

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This Falafel-Spiced Roasted Chickpea Salad with Tahini captures all the flavors of classic falafel in a fresh, crunchy, and wholesome salad. Crispy spiced chickpeas are paired with vibrant greens, vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing for a satisfying vegan and gluten-free meal.

Ingredients

  • For the roasted chickpeas:
  • 1 can (15 oz) cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground turmeric
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For the salad:
  • 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, kale, or romaine)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
  • Lemon wedges, for serving
  • For the tahini dressing:
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2–4 tbsp warm water (to thin)
  • 1 tsp maple syrup or agave nectar (optional)
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat the chickpeas dry thoroughly with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  3. In a bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil, cumin, coriander, paprika, garlic powder, turmeric, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the chickpeas on the baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  5. Meanwhile, prepare the tahini dressing: whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, maple syrup, and salt. Add warm water gradually until smooth and creamy.
  6. Assemble the salad by combining mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint in a large bowl.
  7. Top with roasted chickpeas and drizzle with tahini dressing.
  8. Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, let roasted chickpeas cool before adding them to the salad.
  • Use air-fried chickpeas for an oil-free version.
  • Add quinoa or couscous for a heartier meal.
  • Reheat chickpeas in the oven or air fryer to restore crispiness before serving leftovers.
  • Store salad and chickpeas separately to maintain texture.

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