Spicy Chickpea Avocado Toast

This vibrant and nutritious Spicy Chickpea Avocado Toast is perfect for a quick lunch or brunch. Packed with protein and healthy fats, it's a delightful blend of textures and flavors that will satisfy your taste buds.

Steps

1. In a small bowl, mash the avocado with a fork and season with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice.
2. In another bowl, combine the chickpeas, minced garlic, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and a pinch of salt. Mash lightly with a fork, leaving some chickpeas whole for texture.
3. Toast the slice of whole grain bread to your liking.
4. Spread the mashed avocado on the toasted bread.
5. Top with the spicy chickpea mixture.
6. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.

• 1 ripe avocado
• 1/2 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 1 slice whole grain bread
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Lemon juice (to taste)
• Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)