Description
Rudy’s Sunshine Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish, perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light meal. This salad showcases a delightful blend of fresh seasonal vegetables complemented by a rich tahini dressing infused with zesty lime. Bursting with flavor and color, it’s not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients from chickpeas and crisp veggies. Whether served on its own or as a colorful side dish, Rudy’s Sunshine Salad is sure to impress health-conscious eaters and anyone looking to enjoy a delicious plant-based meal.
Ingredients
- 2 limes
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ cup tahini (60 g)
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (60 mL)
- 1 can chickpeas (14 oz, drained)
- 2 medium cucumbers, diced
- 5 stalks celery, diced
- ½ cup cilantro, finely chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by zesting one lime into a bowl.
- Squeeze the juice from both limes into the bowl.
- Whisk in salt, tahini, and olive oil until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine drained chickpeas, diced cucumber, diced celery, and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider tossing in sunflower seeds or nuts. Customize your salad by including seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or grated carrots. Letting the salad chill for about 30 minutes enhances flavor integration.