Spiced Middle Eastern Salad with Chickpeas A CIF Food Is Medicine salad inspired by Middle Eastern flavors with emphasis on Anti-Inflammatory, Mediterranean Pattern, Healthy Fats, Whole Grain, CIF Approved. Designed for Food Is Medicine programming with fiber-rich plants, lean proteins, healthy fats, herbs, spices, and lower-sodium flavor building. This recipe supports practical, affordable meal planning for chronic disease prevention education and community cooking demonstrations.

CIF Approved

Spiced Middle Eastern Salad with Chickpeas

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Author: Colin Vareene Cooking Method: Stovetop Cuisine: Middle Eastern Courses: Salad Recipe Keys: A Anti-Inflammatory C CIF Approved H Healthy Fats M Mediterranean Pattern W Whole Grain

Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 20 mins Total Time 40 mins Difficulty: Intermediate Servings: 2 Estimated Cost: $ 9 Calories: 440 Best Season: All Seasons Dietary:

D Dairy-Free V Vegan

Description

A CIF Food Is Medicine salad inspired by Middle Eastern flavors with emphasis on Anti-Inflammatory, Mediterranean Pattern, Healthy Fats, Whole Grain, CIF Approved.

Ingredients:

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Servings

• 1 can chickpeas
• 1 whole wheat pita
• 1 cup roasted eggplant
• 1 cup carrots
• 2 cups greens
• zaatar
• lemon
• parsley
• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
• black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Warm a skillet or saucepan over medium heat,
   Cook aromatics and vegetables until softened,
   Add protein, grains or beans, and spices,
   Simmer or sauté until cooked through and serve with herbs or citrus.

Keywords: spiced middle eastern salad with chickpeas, middle eastern, salad, anti-inflammatory, mediterranean pattern, healthy fats, whole grain, cif approved, 1 cup roasted eggplant, 1 cup carrots

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