Avocado and Chickpea Salad

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Looking to take a twist on your salad game? Dive into this delicious Avocado and Chickpea Salad. It’s not only a health enthusiast’s delight but also a flavor-packed meal that will satisfy your taste buds without any guilt. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this salad guarantees a punch of nutrients and taste in every bite!

Ingredients You’ll Need:

• 2 ripe avocados, sliced (~400g in total)
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (~240g after draining)
• 1 red onion, finely chopped (~150g)
• 2 tomatoes, diced (~200g)
• 1 cucumber, chopped (~300g)
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (~15g)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (15ml)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Time to Prepare and Make: Approx. 20 minutes

Serves: 4

Nutritional Facts Per Serving:

• Calories: 320
• Carbs: 27g
• Protein: 8g
• Fat: 22g
• Fiber: 9g
• Sugars: 5g
• Sodium: 70mg

Let’s Make That Avocado and Chickpea Salad:

1. Begin by prepping all your fresh ingredients.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, red onion, tomatoes, and cucumber.
3. Gently fold in the avocado slices, ensuring they remain intact and don’t turn mushy.
4. In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
5. Pour this dressing over your Avocado and Chickpea Salad mix.
6. Sprinkle the fresh cilantro on top.
7. Toss the salad gently, making sure all ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
8. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Tips to Elevate Your Salad:

1. Always opt for ripe avocados. They not only give a creamy texture but also enhance the flavor.
2. Before using canned chickpeas, rinse them well to remove any excess salt or canning liquids.
3. Feel free to add other herbs like mint or parsley for a varied flavor profile.
4. If you like a hint of spiciness, add a dash of chili flakes or fresh jalapeños.

Serving Suggestions:

• Plate up your Avocado and Chickpea Salad on a bed of fresh greens like spinach or kale for an added nutritional punch.
• Enjoy it as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.
• This salad pairs well with toasted whole-grain bread, making it a hearty meal in itself.
• Garnish with some sesame seeds or crushed nuts for an added crunch.

Wrap-Up:

So, there you have it! A nutritious, delicious, and quick-to-make Avocado and Chickpea Salad. Next time you’re in a rush or simply craving something wholesome and delightful, remember this recipe. It’s AH7-approved, after all. And as always, health and flavor can go hand in hand. Enjoy your Avocado and Chickpea Salad journey and let this be a staple in your recipe collection!

AVOCADO AND CHICKPEA SALAD

Looking to take a twist on your salad game? Dive into this delicious Avocado and Chickpea Salad. It’s not only a health enthusiast’s delight but also a flavor-packed meal that will satisfy your taste buds without any guilt. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this salad guarantees a punch of nutrients and taste in every bite!

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

AVOCADO AND CHICKPEA SALAD

Amount per Serving

Calories

320

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

22

g

34

%

Sodium

 

70

mg

3

%

Carbohydrates

 

27

g

9

%

Fiber

 

9

g

38

%

Sugar

 

5

g

6

%

Protein

 

8

g

16

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe avocados sliced (~400g in total)
• 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed (~240g after draining)
• 1 red onion finely chopped (~150g)
• 2 tomatoes diced (~200g)
• 1 cucumber chopped (~300g)
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped (~15g)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 30ml
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 15ml
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Time to Prepare and Make: Approx. 20 minutes

Instructions

• Begin by prepping all your fresh ingredients.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, red onion, tomatoes, and cucumber.
• Gently fold in the avocado slices, ensuring they remain intact and don’t turn mushy.
• In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
• Pour this dressing over your Avocado and Chickpea Salad mix.
• Sprinkle the fresh cilantro on top.
• Toss the salad gently, making sure all ingredients are well-coated with the dressing.
• Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
• TIPS TO ELEVATE YOUR SALAD:
• Always opt for ripe avocados. They not only give a creamy texture but also enhance the flavor.
• Before using canned chickpeas, rinse them well to remove any excess salt or canning liquids.
• Feel free to add other herbs like mint or parsley for a varied flavor profile.
• If you like a hint of spiciness, add a dash of chili flakes or fresh jalapeños.

Notes

TIPS TO ELEVATE YOUR SALAD:

Always opt for ripe avocados. They not only give a creamy texture but also enhance the flavor.
Before using canned chickpeas, rinse them well to remove any excess salt or canning liquids.
Feel free to add other herbs like mint or parsley for a varied flavor profile.
If you like a hint of spiciness, add a dash of chili flakes or fresh jalapeños.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
Plate up your Avocado and Chickpea Salad on a bed of fresh greens like spinach or kale for an added nutritional punch.
Enjoy it as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.
This salad pairs well with toasted whole-grain bread, making it a hearty meal in itself.
Garnish with some sesame seeds or crushed nuts for an added crunch.