Kimchi Chickpea Potato Salad

Gluten-free, vegetarian

Get ready to elevate your salad game with this Kimchi Chickpea & Potato Salad! As someone who’s half Korean, I grew up with kimchi at nearly every meal, so bringing its spicy, probiotic-packed flavors into a dish like this feels like home. This recipe combines warm potatoes, fiber-rich chickpeas, and tangy, probiotic-packed kimchi for a unique twist that’s both nutritious and incredibly satisfying. Kimchi brings a spicy, fermented kick along with numerous health benefits, like improved digestion, a boost of immune-supporting vitamins, and inflammation-fighting antioxidants. Perfect for a cozy night in or as part of your weekly meal prep, this salad is easy to make, full of bold flavors, and designed to support your gut health.

Chickpeas are a powerhouse ingredient, providing plant-based protein, fiber, and essential minerals like iron and magnesium, which help support energy levels and keep you feeling full

Kimchi is loaded with probiotics, supporting digestion and gut health, while its vitamins A, B, and C give an immunity boost. Plus, it’s packed with antioxidants that help fight inflammation and promote a healthy metabolism.

Yield: 4-5 servings

Prep time: 20 minutes

Total time: 35 minutes

Ingredients

1.5 lb small medley potatoes, boiled and halved
1 hard-boiled egg, chopped
1 tbsp Chosen Foods avocado mayo
1 tsp sriracha
1 tsp mustard
1 cup chickpeas, roasted or sautéed
1/4 cup kimchi, chopped
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp paprika
1 bunch of cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the Potatoes: In a large pot, boil the small medley potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15–20 minutes). Drain and let them cool slightly before halving them.
Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the hard-boiled egg, avocado mayo, sriracha, mustard, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved potatoes, chickpeas, kimchi, and cilantro.
Add the Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is well coated.
Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve the salad warm, at room temperature, or chilled, and enjoy!