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shawarma salad with chickpeas

Shawarma Salad with Chickpeas

Laura Brining
A shawarma inspired salad with crispy chickpeas
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

Creamy Garlic Dressing:

  • 1 cup cashews soaked and drained
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Crispy Chickpeas:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • One 540 ml can chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Assembly:

  • Romaine lettuce shredded
  • Cucumber sliced
  • Garlic pickles sliced
  • Cabbage shredded
  • Hummus store-bought or homemade
  • Optional: sauerkraut pickled turnips, pickled onions, tomatoes, tabouli

Instructions
 

  • To prepare the creamy garlic dressing, add the soaked cashews, water, salt, pepper, garlic and onion powder, and apple cider vinegar to a blender. Blend on high until fully smooth. Add additional water if needed to reach your desired consistency. Place in the fridge to chill.
  • To prepare the crispy chickpeas, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chickpeas, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir to combine. Cook over medium heat until crispy and golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  • To assemble the salad, layer romaine lettuce, cucumber, garlic pickles, cabbage, and hummus. Add any optional additions such as pickled turnips or red onions, sauerkraut, or tabouli. Top with the crispy chickpeas and drizzle with the creamy garlic dressing. Enjoy immediately.
  • For leftovers, store all toppings separately. Reheat the chickpeas in a skillet until crispy and assemble the salad.