Best 4 Chickpea And Kumara Salad Recipes

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**Chickpea and Kumara Salad: A Nutritious and Flavorful Medley of Textures and Tastes**

Embark on a culinary journey with a delightful salad that tantalizes your taste buds and nourishes your body. Discover the perfect balance between sweet and savory in every bite. This vibrant salad features a harmonious blend of chickpeas and kumara, complemented by an array of crisp vegetables and aromatic herbs. Indulge in the creamy richness of avocado, the tangy zest of lemon, and the subtle warmth of cumin. Prepare to be amazed by this symphony of flavors and textures, as each ingredient harmoniously contributes to a satisfying and unforgettable dining experience.

**Recipes Included:**

- Chickpea and Kumara Salad: Explore the core recipe that combines chickpeas, kumara, and a medley of fresh ingredients, resulting in a hearty and flavorful salad.

- Roasted Sweet Potato and Chickpea Salad: Discover a delightful variation where sweet potatoes and chickpeas take center stage, roasted to perfection and tossed in a zesty dressing.

- Kale, Sweet Potato, and Chickpea Salad: Experience the power of leafy greens with this nutrient-packed salad. Kale, sweet potatoes, and chickpeas come together in a symphony of flavors, enhanced by a zesty dressing.

- Sweet Potato, Chickpea, and Avocado Salad: Enjoy a creamy and satisfying twist on the classic salad, where creamy avocado adds a touch of richness and indulgence to the mix.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEA SALAD



Sweet Potato & Chickpea Salad image

Take this colorful dish to the buffet at a family gathering, or enjoy it as a great meal all by itself. -Brenda Gleason, Hartland, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1 pound), peeled and cubed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
DRESSING:
2 tablespoons seasoned rice vinegar
4 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
SALAD:
4 cups spring mix salad greens
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the sweet potatoes, oil, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Roast at 425° until tender, 20-25 minutes, stirring once., In a large bowl, combine chickpeas and sweet potatoes. In a small bowl, whisk the dressing ingredients. Add to sweet potato mixture; toss to coat. Serve over salad greens; top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 466mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET POTATO AND CHICKPEA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



Sweet Potato And Chickpea Salad Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large sweet potatoes, medium red onion, chickpeas, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, pepper, mixed greens, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, dried cranberry

Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large sweet potatoes, or 3 small, scrubbed
½ medium red onion
15 oz chickpeas, 1 can, rinsed and drained
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon cayenne
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
3 oz mixed greens
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
dried cranberry, for garnish, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
  • Cut the sweet potatoes in small cubes and transfer on one half of a non-stick baking sheet.
  • Peel and slice the onion and set aside.
  • Add the chickpeas to the other half of the baking sheet.
  • In a liquid measuring cup with a pour spout, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper and mix well.
  • Pour half of the dressing over the sweet potatoes and chickpeas and mix with your hands until well-coated. Keep the chickpeas and sweet potatoes separated as much as possible.
  • Scoot the chickpeas toward the sweet potatoes and add the onions to the baking sheet. Make sure everything is spread out evenly.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender. Use tongs to stir halfway through. Let cool for 20 minutes.
  • Place the greens in a large bowl. Top with the roasted chickpeas, sweet potatoes, and onion.
  • Add the parsley, cilantro, and remaining dressing and toss to combine.
  • Top with dried cranberries, if using.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 15 grams

CHICKPEA AND KUMARA SALAD



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Kumara is gold sweet potato. For this recipe you could substitute a can of washed and drained chickpeas in place of the dried. If using the dried chickpeas, they do need to be soaked in water overnigh tand then cooked for about an hour

Provided by Jubes

Categories     Beans

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup dried garbanzo beans (200 grams)
1 red onion, chopped coarsely
1 red capsicum, sliced thickly (red sweet bell-pepper)
1 medium kumara, cut into1cm pieces (gold sweet potato about 400 grams)
2 garlic cloves, unpeeled
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 teaspoon English mustard
200 g baby spinach leaves

Steps:

  • If using the dried chickpeas- they do need to be soaked overnight. Place the chickpeas in a medium sized bowl and cover them with cold water. cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Drain the chickpeas and rinse them in fresh water.
  • Preheat oven to 220°C or 200°C if using a fan-forced oven.
  • Place chickpeas in a medium saucepan of boilingwater. Return to the boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered for approx one hour or until the chickpeas are tender. Drain the chickpeas.
  • Meanwhile, toss the onion, capsicum strips, kumara cubes, unpeeled garlicand 4 teaspoons of the olive oil in a shallow baking dish. Bake, uncovered for approx 30 minutes, or until the kumara is tender. Cool for 10 minutes.
  • Remove the two garlic cloves from the veges . Squeeze out the garlic into a large bowl. Discard garlic skins. Whisk in the remaining olive oil, lemon juice and mustard.
  • Add the cooked chickpeas, roasted vegetables and spinach leaves to the garlic vinaigrette. Lightly mix to combine.

ROAST KUMARA SALAD



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Love Kumara and Sweet Potato and this sounds like a very flavoursome recipe from Recipe+ As we are not fond of coriander I would use sweet basil.

Provided by ImPat

Categories     Potato

Time 50m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 kg kumara (peeled and chopped)
1 tablespoon fennel seed (crushed)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (or olive oil)
1/4 cup vegetable oil (or olive oil extra)
1/3 cup pine nuts (lightly toasted)
1/4 cup currants
1/4 cup coriander (chopped)
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 200C (180c fan forced).
  • Line 2 large baking trays with baking paper and spread kumara over the prepared trays and sprinkle with the fennel seeds and then drizzle with the oil and season with sold and pepper to taste and then bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until lightly browned and just tender and then cool on the trays.
  • Combine the kumara, pine nuts, currants and coriander in a large bowl.
  • Whisk vinegar and extra oil in a small jug and pour over kumara mixture, tossing well to coat and then serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, ripe chickpeas. Canned chickpeas can be used, but fresh chickpeas have a better flavor and texture.
  • Roast the chickpeas before adding them to the salad. Roasting the chickpeas gives them a nutty flavor and crispy texture.
  • Use a variety of vegetables in your salad. This recipe uses kumara (sweet potato), red onion, and carrot, but you can use any vegetables you like.
  • Make sure the vegetables are chopped into small pieces. This will help them to cook evenly and absorb the dressing.
  • Use a flavorful dressing. The dressing in this recipe is made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, cumin, and coriander. You can adjust the ingredients to suit your taste.
  • Serve the salad immediately. This salad is best served fresh, so it's best to make it just before serving.

Conclusion:

This chickpea and kumara salad is a healthy and delicious side dish or main course. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it's also low in calories and fat. The roasted chickpeas give the salad a nutty flavor and crispy texture, and the vegetables add sweetness and crunch. The dressing is light and flavorful, and it brings all the ingredients together perfectly. This salad is sure to be a hit at your next potluck or barbecue.

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