🌿 “Power Pulse Salad” – A Clean, Bold Chickpea Boost with Microgreens

Bright, peppery, and protein-packed, this salad is a celebration of fresh vegetables, creamy chickpeas, and microgreens. A dish that screams flavor, crunch, and nutrition – no fluff, just real food done right.

🥗 Ingredients (Serves 2–3):

• 1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans) – drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup baby carrots – thinly sliced
• 4–5 cherry tomatoes – halved
• 1/4 cup radishes – thinly sliced
• 1/4 small beet – finely shaved
• 1/4 cup parmesan flakes or shavings
• 1/2 cup mixed microgreens (sunflower sprouts, arugula, beetroot microgreens, etc.)
• 1 tbsp pink peppercorns or freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• Optional: balsamic glaze for drizzle

Method:

1. Get your chickpeas ready.
Drain, rinse, and pat them dry with a towel. Don’t mess around with soggy beans – they need to hold their own.

2. Toss your veggie like you mean it.
Into a large mixing bowl, throw in your chickpeas, sliced carrots, radishes, cherry tomatoes, and shaved beet. Add a pinch of sea salt. Give it a good toss.

3. Microgreens go in last.
These are delicate, so fold them in gently. Don’t smash them – they’re the soul of the salad.

4. Dress it properly.
Drizzle olive oil and fresh lemon juice. Toss again with your hands – not a spoon – to keep things light and airy.

5. Garnish and finish.
Top with parmesan shavings and a scatter of pink peppercorns. Optional: hit it with a light balsamic glaze if you’re feeling fancy.

6. Serve cold in a rustic bowl.
That’s not just food – that’s clean fuel, beautifully plated.

Why It Works:

• Chickpeas bring protein and fiber.
• Raw veg adds crunch, hydration, and vitamins.
• Microgreens are nutrient-dense, gut-friendly, and packed with antioxidants.
• Lemon + olive oil keeps it bright and heart-healthy.

Chef’s Tip: Use a microplane to shave your parmesan ultra-thin – it melts into the salad like magic and packs more flavor per bite. Want it dairy-free? Swap it for nutritional yeast or almond-based cheese slices.

This isn’t your average salad. It’s a fast-track to feeling light, clean, and powerful — whether you’re fueling up post-workout or just making smarter choices. Make it once, crave it for days.