🥗 BBQ Chickpea Power Salad

Smoky, crunchy, and super satisfying—this isn’t your average sad salad. It’s protein-packed, colorful, and full of bold BBQ flavor in every bite.

📝 Ingredients

(Serves 1)

• 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 1 tbsp BBQ sauce (your fave brand works!)

• 1/2 tsp olive oil (optional for sautéing)

• 1/2 cup chopped romaine or kale

• 1/4 cup shredded red cabbage

• 1/4 cup corn (fresh, canned, or thawed frozen)

• 1 tbsp roasted pumpkin seeds or crushed tortilla chips (for crunch)

• Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, avocado, vegan ranch or Greek yogurt drizzle

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Flavor the chickpeas:
   In a small pan over medium heat, sauté the chickpeas with BBQ sauce and a little olive oil for 5–7 minutes, until coated and slightly crispy.

2. Build your base:
   In a bowl, layer the romaine or kale, red cabbage, and corn.

3. Add your chickpeas:
   Spoon the warm BBQ chickpeas on top of the greens.

4. Top it off:
   Add crunchy toppings like pumpkin seeds or tortilla chips. Drizzle with your favorite dressing or a squeeze of lime juice if you want a zesty finish.

5. Serve and devour:
   Eat immediately while the chickpeas are warm and slightly crisp!

🌟 Why You’ll Love It

• Chickpeas = plant-based protein & fiber

• Big bold BBQ flavor

• Easy to meal prep or customize

• Crunchy, creamy, and colorful