Roasted Squash and Chickpea Salad
INGREDIENTS
For the Marinated Chickpeas
- 1 19 oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp Chili Pepper with Garlic oi
- 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar with Maple Syrup
- 1 tsp Savory Herb Seasoning
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For the Balsamic Vinaigrette
- 3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar with Maple Syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
For the Salad
- cubed and roasted squash of choice (see notes), about 1 cup per person
- kale, a few big handfuls per person, de-stemmed and finely chopped
- dried cranberries, a few tbsp per person
- hemp seeds, a few tbsp per person
- walnuts, a few tbsp per person
- 1 roasted squash
INSTRUCTIONS
To Make the Marinated Chickpeas
- Place all the ingredients in a container or bowl and mix them up. Place in the fridge, covered for at least a few hours up to overnight. The longer, the better!
To Make the Balsamic Vinaigrette
- Whisk all ingredients together in a small bowl or container.
To Assemble the Salad
- Place the finely chopped kale in a bowl and massage with a tiny drizzle of oil (I love to use Lemon Pepper Oil) and if desired, some fresh lemon juice. Let that sit for 5 minutes.
- Add the roasted squash, hemp seeds, cranberries, walnuts and chickpeas.
- Top with a generous drizzle of vinaigrette and enjoy