Chickpea Detox Salad

Monday February 3, 2014 in Recipes

This crunchy salad is one of Joy McCarthy's favourites. It's so quick and easy to make and keeps in the fridge for at least a week. The fiber and phytonutrients make this an ideal detox meal. Chickpeas are a natural appetite suppressant too!

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Ingredients

1 can Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) , drained and rinsed
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
5 stalks celery, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 sweet red pepper, cut into bit sized pieces
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 or 2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in a large bowl; toss well. Let sit for an hour so the flavors can mingle.

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FAQs

Chickpeas contain raffinose, a type of soluble dietary fiber that aids digestion and keeps the digestive tract healthy by clearing out waste and toxic substances. Fiber boosts the number of beneficial bacteria in the stomach and allows waste to pass through the digestive tract more efficiently.

Yes, you can eat chickpea salad at night for weight loss. Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are a nutritious and filling food that can be beneficial for weight loss due to their high protein and fiber content.

Chickpeas are high in dietary fiber, especially a soluble fiber called raffinose. The good bacteria in your gut breaks this down so your colon can digest it slowly. Studies have found that eating more chickpeas can help make bowel movements easier and more regular. They can help lower cholesterol.

Up to 1/4 cup of chickpeas daily is allowed on a low FODMAP diet for digestive issues. Gradually add chickpeas and other legumes to your diet to allow your body to adjust. Over time, you will better tolerate them. Products such as BeanoⓇ help digest the gas-forming carbohydrate in beans.

Uric acid accumulation. Chickpeas contain a chemical called purine, and when broken down these purines produce excess uric acid, which results in gout. Gout is a type of arthritis caused by the accumulation of uric acid crystals in the joints.

Great news! Both canned and dried varieties of chickpeas are nutritious! When purchasing canned varieties, look for those labeled "no salt added" or "low in sodium." Overall, beans are budget-friendly, but dried can often be less expensive and also more flavorful than canned.

Chickpeas are high in fiber, protein, and healthy fats and have a low GI. Potential benefits of chickpeas include helping control blood sugar, manage weight, and support heart and gut health.

This easy chickpea salad is great for lunch, as a side dish. A bowl of this to your next bbq or cookout would win people over. The best part of this salad is that it can be made ahead of time, it uses 2 dressing ingredients, olive oil and lemon juice.

Chickpeas are high in fiber, protein, and healthy fats and have a low GI. Potential benefits of chickpeas include helping control blood sugar, manage weight, and support heart and gut health. Chickpeas are versatile, so you can add them to many savory or sweet meals and snacks.

The pulses should be thoroughly rinsed after soaking and placed in a saucepan of fresh water. Bring them to the boil and keep at a boil for 10 minutes before reducing the heat to a simmer. This boiling time is needed to kill off toxins which can be present in some pulses.

No, chickpeas aren't considered inflammatory. Most healthcare providers consider chickpeas to be an anti-inflammatory food. This means they can help fight harmful inflammation in your body. They're also high in fiber and a good source of protein.

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