Asian-Style Warm Chickpea Salad

Ingredients

• 2 19oz cans of chickpeas (rinsed well)
• 1 tbs sesame oil
• 1 bunch chopped scallions (green onions)
• 1 tbs shredded fresh Ginger
• 1 large orange or yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1 small can mandarin orange segments (drained )
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 2 tbsp rice or white wine vinegar
• 2-3 garlic cloves
• ½ cup sliced toasted almonds or walnuts
• fresh coriander

Method

1. Heat oil in a large nonstick pan and cook garlic and ginger for approx. 2 minutes.
2. Add peppers and chickpeas and cook until peppers begin to brown.
3. Transfer to a large bowl and add nuts and orange segments.
4. Pour soy sauce and vinegar over the mixture until completely coated.
5. Sprinkle with chopped coriander and scallions.
   

Note: The chickpeas in this recipe can be substituted with any bean you prefer.