Pregnancy Friendly Cilantro-Lime Romaine & Chickpea Salad
Bright, zesty, and loaded with texture, this salad is the kind of meal that feels indulgent while quietly doing a lot of nutritional heavy lifting. Crispy oven-roasted chickpeas bring plant-based protein and fiber to the bowl, while avocado adds the healthy fats that are genuinely valuable during pregnancy. The cilantro-lime dressing is made entirely from scratch ā fresh lime juice, olive oil, garlic, and honey ā so you know exactly what's going in, with no hidden additives or preservatives to second-guess. Romaine, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion keep things crisp and colorful, and pumpkin seeds offer an optional sprinkle of extra minerals on top. The whole thing comes together in one large bowl, making it an easy, low-stress option on days when you want something nourishing without a lot of fuss. It's the kind of salad that actually satisfies ā not just a side dish, but a full, feel-good meal.
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4 servings
For the roasted chickpeas
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Ā½ tsp ground cumin
- Ā¼ tsp smoked paprika
- Ā¼ tsp salt
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- Ā½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp honey
- Ā¼ tsp salt
- Ā¼ tsp black pepper
For the salad
- 2 romaine hearts, chopped (about 8 cups)
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 english cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Ā¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Ā¼ cup pumpkin seeds (pepitas), raw or dry-roasted (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400Ā°F (205Ā°C). Pat the drained chickpeas thoroughly dry with paper towels ā the drier they are, the crispier they will get. Spread them on a baking sheet, drizzle with 1 tbsp olive oil, and toss with the cumin, smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp salt until evenly coated.
- 2
Roast the chickpeas on the baking sheet for 22ā25 minutes, shaking the pan once halfway through, until they are golden and crisp on the outside. Remove from the oven and let them rest on the pan for 5 minutes ā they will firm up further as they cool.
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