Tropical Chickpea Salad has been my go-to salad for lunches and potlucks for years. You can make it ahead of time and refrigerate it until ready to eat. Plus it will keep well for several days. I suggest making a double batch of Tropical Chickpea Salad to bring to parties. It’s always a hit!
I’ve been making this salad for years and never get tired of it.
I really love it when I go to a party and discover someone has brought it to share!
If you aren’t a fan of avocados, try substituting tomatoes instead.
Hate cilantro?
Leave it out or use a different herb, such as mint or parsley.
This recipe is very flexible.
I enjoy eating this salad on its own or over a bed of lettuce.
My friend Anna, enjoys it on toast. Check out her version here.
Anyway you serve it, this recipe is very quick and easy.
If you’re not sure how to cut a mango, check out the video in my recipe post for Mango Avocado Salsa.
As you can see, I really love mangoes and avocados together!
They are two of my favorite ingredients.
Although I have to admit, I’m a big fan of anything that includes avocado.
In fact, it’s my motto:
Anyway, I hope you enjoy this Tropical Chickpea Salad. And I highly recommend you bring it to your next social gathering!
And if you like this salad, you may also enjoy Middle Eastern Bean Salad (Balela).
And for more mango-avocado recipes, check out Chunky Mango Avocado Salsa.
I also think you’ll enjoy a Spicy Sushi Bowl.
What’s your favorite chickpea salad recipe? Please let me know in the comments!
Check out this quick video and see how easy it is to make Tropical Chickpea Salad!
Now let’s make my favorite Tropical Chickpea Salad!
Tropical Chickpea Salad
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas 15 ounces (1 1/2 cups), rinsed and drained
- ½ red onion diced
- 1 mango (any variety), cubed
- 1 avocado cubed
- handful of chopped cilantro
- 3 Tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- dash of chili powder
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients and chill until ready to serve. Enjoy!
Jenn says
This is my favorite salad for picnics and BBQs. It is super easy and the sum of the flavors is awesome – better than you would expect from the ingredients.
Amy says
I’m glad you like it, Jenn!
Sherri Ellerby says
I followed the recipe exactly, and the proportion of ingredients is perfect! I think the cumin and chili pepper are the “secret ingredients” to making it so delicious. Love it, Amy.
Amy says
Thanks Sherri! It’s definitely one of my most popular recipes. 🙂
Shanasy says
Thanks Amy for this easy and tasty recipe. I added smoked paprika for color and extra kick and it was delish! I even featured this link on my “Super Quick Plant-Based Recipes” https://www.facebook.com/SuperQuickPBRecipes/ FB site where I share daily PB recipes that take 20 min. or less and use as few ingredients as possible. My group will love this recipe and your site!
Amy says
Thank you so much, Shanasy! I love that idea of adding smoked paprika! I’m going to check out your page. 🙂
Susan W says
I just made this and it was so very tasty! Loved it!
Amy says
I’m so happy to hear it, Susan! Thanks for your feedback! 🙂
Sallie Davis says
Hi! This looks really good, but I’m allergic to mangoes…..any thoughts on a substitution?
Amy says
Hi Sallie! Yes, you can substitute a different fruit for the mango, such as peaches or nectarines. Enjoy!
Rachael says
Just wondering if this recipe would work with canned diced mango instead of fresh (heresy, I know, but time constraints…)? Thanks!
Amy says
Sure, I don’t see why not! I would drain off the liquid first.
Amira Dillard says
Oh thank you sooo much! I’m 12 and my 4-family are meat eaters and I need quick stuff to eat, I came across this and it’s a life saver. Thx so much your awesome! #mangos
Amy says
You’re very welcome, Amira! I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Please let me know if there are any recipes you’re looking for. 🙂