Vegan BBQ Chickpea Salad

This Vegan BBQ Chickpea Salad is the perfect healthy recipe to serve up on a hot day. BBQ glazed chickpeas, fresh greens and veggies, as well as creamy avocado, all get coated in a tangy cashew ranch dressing. It’s a vegan salad recipe that will be your new summer go-to.

If you’re craving BBQ and a refreshing salad at the same time, then I got just the recipe for you! This Vegan BBQ Chickpea Salad recipe is the perfect combination of hearty, cooling, & creamy. 

While it is a “salad,” that doesn’t mean that there is a lack of flavor. Each bite is packed with deliciousness. From the BBQ glazed chickpeas to the tangy cashew ranch dressing, this recipe will definitely leave your tastebuds satisfied.

This summer vegan salad recipe is not only big on flavor, but it’s super simple to make. All it takes is about 20 minutes to enjoy your new favorite hot day dish!

Why You’ll Love This Vegan BBQ Chickpea Salad Recipe

• Full of Flavor & Loaded with Nutrition: Just because this bowl is on a base of greens, doesn’t mean that there is a lack of flavor. 
• Quick & Easy: This vegan recipe comes together in about 20 minutes.
• Great for Meal Prep: This dish stores well in the fridge, making it a great recipe to meal prep for quick lunches or dinners throughout the week.

Ingredients

• Organic Chickpeas: We’ll be cooking up chickpeas with some BBQ sauce to take this salad to the next level. Plus, chickpeas are loaded with protein and are a great source of fiber.
• Organic BBQ Sauce: Duh?! You can use any BBQ sauce that you like. I personally love Good Food For Good Organic Classic BBQ Sauce, which is made with organic and clean ingredients. You can purchase it at any health foods store or Amazon.
• Organic Greens: Just a handful of leafy greens to get your greens in. Spinach, arugula, kale, or any greens that you have on hand will pair deliciously!
• Organic Avocado Oil: This is my favorite oil to use while cooking, because it can withstand high cooking temperatures.
• Organic Toppings: Diced avocado, sliced cherry tomatoes, mild red onion, shredded carrots, and a handful of fresh cilantro, pair nicely with this salad. 
• Organic Cashew Ranch Dressing: A cooling + tangy vegan cashew ranch dressing gets drizzled on top of this salad!

How To Make

1. BBQ Chickpeas. In a skillet, add the drained chickpeas and 2 tbsp of BBQ sauce. Stir until combined and cook until almost caramelized, about 7 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the remaining 2 tbsp of BBQ sauce. 
2. Vegan Cashew Ranch. Add all of the ingredients, except the dried dill & parsley, to a high speed blender. Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into a bowl and stir in the dried dill & parsley.
3. Assemble. Divide a large handful of greens between bowls, then top with veggies, cilantro, and diced avocado. Garnish with the warm BBQ chickpeas and drizzle with the creamy ranch dressing. Enjoy!

Tips for Making this Healthy BBQ Chickpea Salad Perfectly

• Drain Chickpeas: Drain your chickpeas before adding to the pan to ensure that they get crispy.
• Soak Cashews: Be sure to soak your organic raw cashews in hot water for about 10 minutes to soften.
• Organic Vegetables: Add in even more vegetables, such as cucumber, bell peppers, celery, etc. 
• Organic BBQ Sauce: You can use any bbq sauce that you like. I personally love Good Food For Good Organic Classic BBQ Sauce, which is made with organic and clean ingredients. You can purchase it at any health foods store or Amazon.

Storing & Reheating

This recipe is perfect for leftovers & meal prep! Just be sure to let the ingredients cool completely before transferring to an air-tight glass container. 

Fridge Storage. Transfer ingredients to separate air-tight glass containers and refrigerator for up to 4 days. Assemble them when ready to enjoy.

Reheating. To reheat, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Transfer the chickpeas to an oven-safe bowl. Place in the oven for about 15 minutes, until warmed through. To serve, pair with the greens, veggies, and the dressing.

More Vegan Salad Recipes You’ll Love

• Vegan BBQ Cauliflower Ranch Pasta Salad
• Vegan Crispy Chickpea Kale Caesar Salad
• Copycat Erewhon Kale White Bean Salad
• Vegan Vegetable & Avocado Pasta Salad
• Vegan Chickpea Tzatziki Avocado Salad

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Xoxo.

Christin.

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