Ingredients

  • 2 cups thinly sliced carrots
  • 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup thinly sliced celery
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon-pepper seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup minced fresh cilantro

Method

  • Place carrots in a steamer basket; place in a saucepan over 1 in. of water. Bring to a boil;cover and steam for 5-6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Immediately place carrots in a bowl of ice water. In another bowl, combine the garbanzo beans and celery. Drain carrots and add to bean mixture.
  • In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, lemon-pepper and salt. Pour over carrot mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. Just before serving, stir in cilantro.