Protein Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe
Protein Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe feels fancy enough for brunch gossip, yet simple enough for weekday survival mode honestly.
This vegan Protein Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe swaps chicken with chickpeas, while pecans add crunch and emotional stability.
Protein Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe tastes creamy, nutty, and confident, like you finally remembered self-care includes actual meals.
Protein Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe
Protein Pecan Chicken Salad Recipe combines chickpeas, toasted pecans, crisp vegetables, and creamy vegan dressing for a protein-rich dish.
Ingredients
- Chickpeas — 2 cups drained
- Pecans — ½ cup chopped
- Olive oil — 1 tablespoon
- Celery — 1 cup chopped
- Red onion — ¼ cup diced
- Vegan mayonnaise — ⅓ cup
- Lemon juice — 1 tablespoon
- Maple syrup — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper — ¼ teaspoon
- Fresh parsley — 2 tablespoons chopped
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Toast pecans (½ cup) for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add olive oil (1 tablespoon) and chickpeas (2 cups).
- Cook chickpeas for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Transfer mixture into a bowl and mash lightly.
- Add celery (1 cup) and red onion (¼ cup).
- Stir in vegan mayonnaise (⅓ cup) and lemon juice (1 tablespoon).
- Add maple syrup (1 teaspoon), salt, and black pepper.
- Mix well and sprinkle parsley (2 tablespoons).
Notes
Nutritional values (per serving)
Calories: 360Total Fat: 18 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Carbohydrates: 34 g
Fiber: 8 g
Protein: 12 g
Vitamins and minerals (per serving)
Iron: 15%Magnesium: 16%
Vitamin E: 10%
Potassium: 12%
Vitamin B6: 9%
Any additional notes/tips to enhance the flavor for the recipe
- Add diced apple for sweetness.
- Toast pecans longer for stronger flavor.
- Chill before serving.
- Add mustard for tanginess.
- Serve on toasted bread or wraps.
