Crispy Chickpea Cobb Salad with Shallot Dressing
Crispy roasted chickpeas and a flavorful sautéed shallot dressing take this chickpea cobb salad to the next level!
Servings 6 servings
Calories 490kcal
Ingredients
Shallot Dressing
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar
- 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Crispy Chickpea Cobb Salad
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 cups spring greens mix
- 1 medium avocado, diced into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 hard-boiled eggs, shelled and quartered
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or feta
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- Fresh chives for topping
Instructions
Shallot Dressing
- Heat a small skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and swirl to coat pan and add shallot. Sauté shallot over medium-high heat until translucent and softened.
- Transfer shallot to a blender or food processor along with the rest of dressing ingredients. Blend on high until smooth and season dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
Crispy Chickpea Cobb Salad
- Preheat oven to 425F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper and toss chickpeas, olive oil, and spices together on pan until evenly coated. Arrange in a single layer and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Roast chickpeas at 425F 15-20 minutes until chickpeas are golden brown and crispy. Allow to cool slightly.
- Place spring greens in a large bowl or platter. Arrange chickpeas, avocado, cherry tomatoes, eggs, blue cheese, and bacon bits in lines across greens.
- When ready to serve, drizzle shallot dressing over salad and top with fresh chives. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
Storing Instructions
Salad is best if served immediately after assembly. See blog post for meal prep options.
Nutrition
Serving: 12 oz salad | Calories: 490kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Cholesterol: 102mg | Sodium: 539mg | Potassium: 529mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 856IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 3mg