When our kids flew the coop and it was just the two of us, I had a tough time scaling down the size of my meals. That was several years ago, and I still cook enough for four people – if not eight to ten!
Thus the need to use up leftovers.
Broccoli and Chickpea Salad
And what better way to use up leftover pork than in a salad I can take to work the next day.
Pork Broccoli and Chickpea Salad
I chop as many veggies as I can find in the frig into my salad recipes, then top them with a simple dressing packed with chopped tarragon.
Pork, Broccoli and Chickpea Salad
Any leftover meat would easily work in this chopped salad. Take your pick from those bits of steak you barbecued last night, or the chicken from yesterday’s take out.
That half a cup of chopped broccoli, celery, carrots, or mushrooms you were going to throw away? They can all be your low calorie salad for the next day too.
Nothing goes to waste here. Pack it all into your Tupperware and take it to work the next day. Your coworkers will drool over your healthy lunch.
Happy, healthy cooking!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup red bell (capsicum) peppers, finely chopped
- 2 cups broccoli florets, cut into small pieces
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped
- â…“ cup walnut pieces
- ½ cup parsley, chopped
- 1 ½ cups cooked pork, cubed
- ½ medium avocado
- ½ cup tarragon, loosely packed leaved, chopped
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ cup water
- ½ tablespoon honey
- ½ cup low fat feta cheese
Instructions
- Combine chickpeas, red pepper, broccoli, red onion, walnuts, parsley and pork in a large bowl.
- In a blender combine the avocado, tarragon, vinegar, lemon juice, water and honey. Blend until smooth.
- Add dressing to chickpea mixture and fold in feta cheese.
Notes
Calories: 480 Weight Watchers PointsPlus 12 Total Fat: 18.64g Cholesterol: 107mg Sodium: 301mg Total Carbs: 31.09g Dietary Fiber: 9.03g Sugars: 11.07g Protein: 44.54g
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My kind of “leftovers” for sure!
yummy salad! awesome flavors here!
Jenn and Seth (@HomeSkilletCook) recently posted…Cheesy Frittata with Spinach, Asparagus and Mushrooms
With the chickpeas you could easily skip the meat and still have a hearty lunch. Enjoy your Sunday!
Really great salad from leftovers! I never had habit of cooking for many people but still I usually manage to cook to much
Medeja recently posted…Žuvies Karis/ Fish Curry
We eat a lot of leftovers in this house. At least it makes for a healthy work day lunch!
I love new ideas for using up leftovers! This salad looks filling and tasty!
Katie@Cozydelicious recently posted…Peanut Butter Balls
I just can’t throw food away. It seems like such a waste of money!
Kristi, when I left home it took me years to train myself into producing anything less than a meal for 9 (typical Irish family of its day). Now I’m the opposite and if I want leftovers I need to produce them especially. It is worth making some deliberate leftovers for this gorgeous salad.
Hester @ Alchemy in the Kitchen recently posted…Strawberry & Ginger Jam – and Confessions of a Blog Trainer
It’s nice to know I have a chance of learning to scale down! Happy Easter!
you know how I love to use up left0overs so I think this is great… very nice sounding vinaigrette
Drick recently posted…Loco Pollo Enchilada Casserole
Thanks Drick. Have a wonderful Easter weekend.
Salads are a great way to incorporate leftovers! This salad definitely looks filling and I love that its another great fiber option. You always seem to incorporate fiber into your meals in such creative ways. I love it!
Thank you Kati. The more fiber, the more filling. Have a good Sunday!
It’s just two of us, but I always cook for more. I like leftovers! But I usually make something different with them, as you did here. Unless we eat them for breakfast, which is a great use for them (sounds weird, but breakfast doesn’t have to be cereal or eggs). Anyway nice recipe – thanks.
I agree with you. I can’t eat eggs anymore, so I’m having to rethink the breakfast thing since oatmeal gets old very fast.
Like you I have hard time in throwing food away…like how you manage to use the leftover
Hope you have a great week Kristi!
Juliana recently posted…KUMQUAT PRESERVE
this looks so delicious. i love anything with chickpeas.. and broccoli just seals the deal. love it.
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Do you buy canned chickpeas or dried? I just started buying dried and love the texture better when they’ve been soaked and cooked.
I always end up with leftovers in my fridge too.Like you, my children have moved away from home too, now it’s just the two of us and I’m trying to sort of ‘scale’ down so this is a brilliant idea for me:) ThnX
Malli recently posted…#199 Cheddar Dill Scones from the Barefoot Contessa
I think the fact that stores package food for families makes it even tougher. I’m often buying more than I need. Have a good Sunday!
That salad looks awesome–I share your hatred of getting rid of food. Anything with chickpeas and a good drssing is a winner.
Cucina49 recently posted…Lettuce Entertain You
When I have to dump food in the compost bin, all I can see is dollar bills. It’s seems like such a waste.
I can understand having a hard time scaling recipes. Before my husband and I married I lived with my mom. We’re Filipino so it was constant family members dropping in and eating. Once it was just my husband and I it was hard to start cooking for only 4 servings instead of the typical 10+! That tarragon vinaigrette sounds delicious. Have you ever tried it with basil? I wonder if that would be equally delish.
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It’s tough to scale down, but I must admit the leftovers come in handy. I’d bet basil would be just as good and we’re starting to see it come to the stores. It has such a short season that a friend chops and freezes it in ice cube trays in a little water. She says it really works well. Can’t wait to try her method.
I absolutely love this creation!
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Yum! I love hearty salads as such — and I always use dried chickpeas!
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I’ll take your leftovers anyday!
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And you are welcome anytime you come to Seattle! I’d love to cook with you.