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Mango Chickpea Salad

Mango Chickpea Salad
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If you’re in search of a vibrant and nutritious meal, look no further than this Mango Chickpea Salad. Bursting with sweet mangoes, creamy avocados, and crunchy chickpeas, this salad offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will brighten any meal. Not only is it visually appealing, but it’s also packed with protein and essential nutrients, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a show-stopping dish at gatherings. The best part? It comes together in just 45 minutes!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup short grain white rice
  • 1/2 block super firm tofu
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 ataulfo mangos, cubed
  • 1 medium avocado, cubed
  • Juice and zest of 1 lime
  • 1 jalapeno, finely diced
  • 1/4 medium red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 English cucumber, seeds removed and finely diced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro, minced
  • 1 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • 1–2 tsp maple syrup, optional
  • 1/2 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • Kosher salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook the rice according to package instructions. Rinse beforehand for fluffy texture.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat chickpeas dry, toss with oil and spices, then roast until golden brown.
  3. Grate tofu and mix with cornstarch and sauces before baking until golden.
  4. Combine cooked rice and baked tofu in a pot.
  5. In a large bowl, mix mangoes, avocado, jalapeno, cucumber, cilantro, lime juice/zest, and salt. Drizzle over salad mix.
  6. Serve topped with crispy chickpeas.

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