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Chickpea Avocado Salad

Chickpea Avocado Salad
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Chickpea Avocado Salad is a quick, nutritious, and vibrant salad that combines creamy avocado and hearty chickpeas with fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for a light lunch, side dish, or light dinner, this recipe is packed with protein, healthy fats, fiber, and fresh flavors, coming together in under 15 minutes to keep you energized and satisfied.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 ripe avocado, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, roughly chopped

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chickpeas: Drain and rinse a can of chickpeas thoroughly under cold water to remove excess salt and maintain their mild, nutty flavor.
  2. Cube the Avocado: Peel and dice a ripe avocado into bite-sized pieces, making sure they remain firm yet creamy.
  3. Chop the Fresh Ingredients: Halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and roughly chop your choice of fresh herbs such as cilantro or parsley.
  4. Mix the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until the dressing is emulsified and well combined.
  5. Toss Everything Together: In a large mixing bowl, gently combine chickpeas, avocado, tomatoes, onion, and herbs. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss carefully to avoid mashing the avocado.

Notes

  • Choose ripe avocados that are soft but not overripe for creamy texture without mushiness.
  • Drain and rinse chickpeas well to prevent excess moisture making the salad watery.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest, freshest flavor in the dressing.
  • Toss the salad gently to keep avocado pieces intact and visually appealing.
  • Let the salad rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

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Keywords: chickpea avocado salad, healthy salad, quick lunch, vegan salad, gluten free salad, protein salad

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