Simple Weight Loss Salad

Finely chopped ginger: 1 tsp

Green chilies: 1, chopped

Salt: as needed

Lemon juice: 2 Tbsp

Coriander leaves: 10g, chopped

Carrot: chopped 125g

Cucumber: chopped 200g

Onion: thinly chopped 80g

Heirloom Tomatoes: chopped 150g

Parsley 5g, chopped

Black pepper to taste

Roasted chickpeas: 1/4 cup *recipe below

roasted sesame seeds: ¾ tsp

pomegranate seeds: 3-4 tbsp optional

Simple Salad

1.           Combine first 11 ingredients and place in fridge to allow flavors to mix. (This is a great time to make the roasted chickpeas)

2.           Divide into 3 equal servings, approximately 1.5 cups each, and top with remaining ingredients.

Roasted Chickpeas

1.           Drain and rinse 1 can chickpeas. Allow to dry.

2.           In a lightly greased pan combine chickpeas, 1 Tbsp curry powder, and a light sprinkle of salt.

3.           Bake in oven at 220 C for 35 minutes. Shaking frequently to ensure chickpeas are toasted on all sides.