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A refreshing, vibrant salad with the perfect balance of sweet and savory! This chickpea and mango salad is inspired by tropical flavors and is packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants. The combination of juicy mango, creamy avocado, and hearty chickpeas makes it a perfect lunch or light meal. 🌿✨
Ingredients
✅ 1 cup (170g) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
✅ 1 cup (128g) cubed mango (fresh or thawed frozen)
✅ ½ avocado, cubed
✅ 3-4 cherry tomatoes, halved
✅ 1 spring onion or green onion, sliced on the diagonal
✅ 2 tbsp (30mL) olive oil
✅ 1 tbsp (15mL) balsamic vinegar
✅ 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh cilantro
✅ ¼ tsp ground cumin
Instructions:
1️⃣ In a bowl, toss together the chickpeas, mango, avocado, tomatoes, and spring onion.
2️⃣ Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, cilantro, and cumin.
3️⃣ Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
4️⃣ Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
5️⃣ Serve fresh & enjoy!
💡 Tip: For a chilled version, prepare in the morning using frozen mango and let it sit in the fridge until lunchtime.
✨ Why You’ll Love This Salad
✔ High in fiber & protein
✔ Naturally gluten-free & vegan
✔ Supports heart & digestive health
✔ Bursting with tropical flavors
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📖 Reference: The Metabolic Balance Kitchen by Jane Durst-Pulkys, PhD. All rights reserved to the original author.
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