strawberry chickpea salad

Strawberry, Rhubarb and Chickpea Salad

Add moreAre you looking for a yummy sweet and satisfying salad that is easy to throw together? I got you. Spinach or mixed greens, topped with strawberries, pecans and chickpeas and drizzled with a strawberry rhubarb dressing hits the spot.

If you really like the tang of rhubarb, finely dice a 1/4 cup and toss that in the salad in addition to using it in the dressing.

Don’t make salad too complicated. These simple ingredients provide, protein, fiber and carbs for a satisfying lunch, light dinner or side. Give it a try and let me know how you like the tangy dressing. Add more honey to your liking.

Strawberry and Chickpea Salad

Sweet strawberries, crispy pecans, and filling chickpeas tossed with spinach and topped with a strawberry rhubarb dressing.
Prep Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chickpea, pecans, rhubarb, spinach, strawberries
Servings: 3

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Strawberries sliced, divided
  • 1/2 cup Rhubarb chopped
  • 2 Tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Raw Honey more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
  • 4 cups Baby Spinach
  • 2 cups Chickpeas cooked or 1 can, rinsed
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Pecans

Instructions

  • Add half of the strawberries, rhubarb, balsamic vinegar, oil, honey, and salt to a small blender and blend until smooth.
  • Divide the spinach, remaining strawberries, chickpeas, red onion, and pecans evenly between bowls. Add the dressing on top and enjoy!

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