Warm Curried Chickpea Salad With Almonds & Chutney

Name: Warm Curried Chickpea Salad With Almonds & Chutney
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole scallions, white and green, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley; 1/3 cup fresh frozen wheat germ (see note); 2 cans (1 pound each)chickpeas, drained and rinsed well; 1 teaspoon Madras curry powder; 1 large egg and 1 egg white; Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 3 tablespoons virgin olive oil; 6 large sesame seeded kaiser rolls; 1 large head Boston lettuce, shredded; 1 red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup sliced almonds; 3/4 cup bottled chutney, preferably Major Grey's, chopped; 1 cup reduced-fat sour cream

Servings: persons

2 whole scallions, white and green, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
1/3 cup fresh frozen wheat germ (see note)
2 cans (1 pound each)chickpeas, drained and rinsed well
1 teaspoon Madras curry powder
1 large egg and 1 egg white
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons virgin olive oil
6 large sesame seeded kaiser rolls
1 large head Boston lettuce, shredded
1 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup sliced almonds
3/4 cup bottled chutney, preferably Major Grey's, chopped
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream

1
In a food processor, combine and finely chop scallions, parsley, wheat germ, and chickpeas. Transfer mixture to a bowl and stir in the curry powder, whole egg, egg white, and salt and pepper to taste. Divide mixture into 12 small patties and set aside.
2
Film a large heavy skillet with the olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. When oil is hot, add the chickpea patties and cook 3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp.
3
Divide shredded lettuce between 6 salad plates. Top with thinly sliced red onion, and almonds. In a small bowl, combine the chutney and sour cream and mix well. Divide dressing and dribble evenly over the salads. Top each portion with 2 warm chickpea patties, and serve immediately.
4
Note: For the freshest taste, use the frozen wheat germ found in natural foods stores.

1561

kcal

Calories

115

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole scallions, white and green, coarsely chopped, 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley, 1/3 cup fresh frozen wheat germ (see note), 2 cans (1 pound each)chickpeas, drained and rinsed well, and more.

Yes, Warm Curried Chickpea Salad With Almonds & Chutney falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Warm Curried Chickpea Salad With Almonds & Chutney

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Variations & substitutions

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