Avocado and Chickpea Salad

4 Sep 2024

This vibrant and refreshing Avocado and Chickpea Salad is perfect for a light main dish. Packed with protein and healthy fats, it's a delicious way to enjoy the creamy texture of avocado with the crunch of fresh vegetables.

Main Dish

easy 15 min 350 cal

Steps

1. In a medium bowl, mash the avocado with a fork until creamy but still chunky. 2. Add the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro to the bowl. 3. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and pepper. 4. Gently mix everything together until well combined. 5. Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes for enhanced flavors.

Ingredients

1 ripe avocado 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cucumber, diced 1 tablespoon red onion, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon lemon juice Salt and pepper to taste