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avocado chickpea power salad
👨🍳 Chefy Tip: Let the salad rest 10 minutes before eating — the flavor actually deepens. If the avocado browns, a squeeze more lemon fixes the color and the taste at the same time.
Serves
2
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget-Friendly
Calories
280
Carbs
28g
Protein
8g
Fat
17g
Flavor Profile
🥑 Buttery and smooth from ripe avocado
🥣 Hearty and nutty with protein-rich chickpeas
🍋 Bright and tangy from fresh lemon juice
🧄 Savory with a hint of garlic
🌿 Fresh and aromatic with parsley and cilantro
Ingredients
🥑 1 large avocado, mashed
🥣 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
🍋 Juice of 1/2 lemon
🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
🛢️ 1 tbsp olive oil
🧂 1/2 tsp sea salt
🌿 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
🌿 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped (optional)
🌶️ 1/4 tsp black pepper
Shop ingredientsInstructions
01
In a large bowl, mash the avocado until smooth.
02
Add the chickpeas and mash slightly, leaving some whole for texture.
03
Stir in lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, parsley, and cilantro.
04
Mix well until evenly combined.
05
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to enhance flavors.
🧬 Food Science
Chickpeas have been cultivated for over 7,500 years and were a staple in ancient Middle Eastern diets. Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fats, which support brain function and heart health.
Pair It
🥂 A light green smoothie or iced herbal tea complements the flavors.
🍽️ Pair with roasted sweet potatoes for a hearty meal, or serve with quinoa for added protein.