Chickpea Salad with Orange, Red Onion, and Chipotle

By DreiFromBK

Ingredients

• 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and pepper
• Pinch cayenne pepper
• 3 oranges
• 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from cookscountry.com

Preparation

Step 1

Canned chickpeas are an ideal ingredient for a salad because they can absorb flavors easily and provide texture. After heating in the microwave, the chickpeas become soft and tender, which helps them quickly sop up the tangy vinaigrette. A flavorful pairing of vegetal red onion, sweet oranges,…

Canned chickpeas are an ideal ingredient for a salad because they can absorb flavors easily and provide texture. After heating in the microwave, the chickpeas become soft and tender, which helps them quickly sop up the tangy vinaigrette. A flavorful pairing of vegetal red onion, sweet oranges, and smoky chipotle chiles transforms bland canned chickpeas into a bright and savory salad.

Microwave chickpeas in medium bowl until hot, about 1 minute 30 seconds. Stir in oil, lemon juice, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and cayenne and let sit for 30 minutes.

Cut away peel and pith from oranges. Holding fruit over bowl, use paring knife to slice between membranes to release segments. Add orange segments, onion, cilantro, and chipotle and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve.