Black chickpea fresh fruit salad

Its a perfect salad for the ones who love consuming fruits. I like to pair my salads with beans, cereals. all you want in a salad is the crunch of the nuts, the sweetness of fruits, saltiness of the feta, the healthiness of the black chickpeas and the punch of the dressing. Serve all the flavors in a single bowl packed with nutrients. Chickpeas have an impressive nutrition profile, provides a variety of minerals, vitamins, protein and fiber. They are anti-oxidants, keeps your appetite under control good for hair health.

     INGREDIENTS                                                 

1. 2 Cups black chickpea(boiled)
2. 1/4 cup sliced grapes
3. 1/4 cup cubed apple
4. 1/4 cup peeled& cubed orange
5. 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds
6. 1/4 cup feta cheese
7. 1 teaspoon chopped green chillies
8. 1/4 cup toasted peanuts
9. 1/4 cup toasted walnuts
10. 4-5 mint leaves
11. salt
12. freshly ground pepper pepper
13. roasted cumin powder

For dressing:

• 3/4 cup pomegranate juice
•  1 cup olive oil
• 1/4 honey
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• pinch of sea salt
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• Mix all the ingredients in a jar and shake it well

PROCEDURE

1. Soak chickpeas overnight. Bring it to boil until tender.
2. In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients.
3. Drizzle the cooled vinaigrette into salad. Adjust seasoning if needed.
4. Let the salad stand for a few hours in the fridge so the flavor mellow and serve with some salad leaves.