Protein-packed Moroccan chickpea salad with spiced carrot dip

This aromatic salad takes the term ‘superfood’ to a whole new level, making it the perfect meal to boost your fitness regime. It’s jam-packed with spicy goodness, bringing the textures and flavours of Morocco to your Chilly’s food pot.

  • Serves 4
  • Prep Time 15 Minutes
  • Cook Time 45 Minutes
  • Author Niki Webster

Ingredients

For the roast carrots and aubergine
  • 600g carrots, chopped
  • 1 aubergine, sliced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
For the dressing
  • 2 tbsp harissa paste
  • 2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • Pinch sea salt flakes
  • Black pepper
For the salad
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained
  • 1 jar roasted peppers, chopped
  • 200g cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 red onion, chopped finely
  • Coriander and mint, shredded
  • Handful olives, halved
Toasted seeds
  • 3 tbsp mix of sunflower seeds, pistachios and pine nuts

Method

To roast the veg
  •  Preheat your oven to 180C.
  •  Add the sliced carrots and aubergine to a large pan and toss in the olive oil, salt and pepper.
  •  Roast for approx. 30-45 minutes or until the veg is cooked.
  •  Allow to cool and reserve 3/4 of the roast carrots.
To make the dressing
  • Add all the ingredients to a jar and mix to combine.
To make the dip
  • Add half the dressing along with the reserved carrots to a food processor and blitz to combine.
  • Add more water if needed to create a smooth and creamy dip.
  • Spoon into your Chilly’s food pot.
To make the salad
  • Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and mix to combine.
  • Dress with the remaining dressing.
  • Top with the toasted nuts and seeds

Spoon into your Chilly’s food pot and enjoy!