Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Satisfying: Packed with protein and flavor.
- Meal prep-friendly: Lasts up to 4 days in the fridge.
- Budget-friendly: Uses affordable ingredients like chickpeas.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 3 tbsp nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
- 1 green onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted cashews, chopped
- 3 tbsp raisins
Instructions
- Mash the chickpeas: Use a fork to roughly mash the chickpeas, leaving some bigger pieces for texture.
- Add the dressing: Combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, maple syrup, curry powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well.
- Combine the ingredients: Add the mashed chickpeas, celery, green onion, cashews, and raisins to the dressing. Stir to combine.
- Serve: Enjoy cold or at room temperature on pita bread, toasted bread, or over greens.
Variations
- Spicy: Add a dash of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
- Tahini: Add 1 tbsp tahini.
- Dill: Add 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze the chickpea mixture for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Meal Prep Tip
- Prepare the chickpea mixture up to 1 day in advance. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Serving Suggestions
- Fries (sweet potato, zucchini, air fryer)
- Chips (Brussels sprouts, air fryer potato)
- Veggies (roasted cauliflower, roasted eggplant, sautéed green beans)
- Salads (Greek, green goddess, sweet potato with bacon)
Tips
- To mash or not to mash: Adjust the amount of mashing to your preference.
- Rinse your chickpeas: Rinse canned chickpeas to remove excess sodium.
- Upgrade your sandwich: Add toppings like lettuce, tomato, fresh herbs, or chopped air fryer cauliflower.
