Chewy & Sweet Chickpea & Fig Salad: Healthy and Delicious!
How to Make a Nutritious Chickpea and Fig Salad
Create a healthy and delicious salad at home with fresh romaine lettuce, bursting chickpeas, and sweet figs. Enhanced with creamy ricotta cheese and refreshing green grapes, this salad is a satisfying meal. Drizzle with your favorite balsamic dressing or even yogurt for an extra special touch.
Salad Ingredients- 1 fresh fig
- 4-5 leaves of crisp romaine lettuce
- 1 handful of cooked chickpeas (approx. 50g)
- A little ricotta cheese (about 2-3 Tbsp)
- A few green grapes (about 1/4 cup)
- Balsamic dressing, to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, wash the fresh romaine lettuce thoroughly under running water. Pat it dry completely. Tear or chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces. The crisp texture of fresh greens is key to a great salad.
Step 2
Wash the green grapes to add a refreshing element. Remove them from the stem. Scatter them over the salad; they look beautiful and complement the flavors wonderfully. I often add green grapes because their subtle sweetness pairs so well with salads.
Step 3
Prepare the sweet fig by removing the stem and washing it clean. Slice it into manageable pieces, ensuring the seeds are still intact for a pleasant texture. A ripe fig will add a sophisticated sweetness and depth of flavor to your salad.
Step 4
Artfully arrange the sliced figs on top of the prepared romaine lettuce and green grapes. Scatter them like little jewels for a visually appealing presentation that makes the salad even more enticing.
Step 5
Now, add a generous portion of chickpeas, which are a great source of protein. Their delightful pop adds an interesting texture. Follow with a dollop of creamy, rich ricotta cheese. The cheese will enrich the overall flavor profile of the salad.
Step 6
Finally, drizzle with your favorite balsamic dressing. If you don’t have balsamic, a simple mix of olive oil and lemon juice, or even plain yogurt, makes a delicious alternative. Enjoy your salad with a dressing that suits your palate!
