Chickpea Avocado Salad

Made with chickpeas, avocados, and lime juice, this Chickpea Avocado Salad comes together in less than 10 minutes to create a hearty, healthy, bright dish. Serve as a salad or delicious plant-based sandwich filling.

Why You will Love this Recipe

One of my go-to healthy lunch recipes is this Chickpea Avocado Salad for many reasons.

• Easy to prepare. It only takes 5 minutes, one bowl, and a fork to make this Avocado Chickpea Salad. It doesn't get much easier than that!
• Flavorful. The addition of fresh lime juice wakes up this simple salad and the contrast in texture between the avocados and chickpeas keeps your taste buds intrigued.
• Healthy. Avocados and chickpeas are both powerhouses in the nutrition department. This salad is packed with healthy fats, fiber, and protein.
• Plant-Based. Whether you are dairy-free, gluten-free, egg-free, or vegan, this recipe will suit your dietary restrictions. And this recipe is so flavorful, that even the carnivores love it!
• Versatile: Whether served as a filling for an Avocado Chickpea Salad Sandwich, served over greens, rolled into a wrap, or served on crackers, this chickpea salad is delicious and served in a variety of ways.
• Satisfying. The chickpeas are hearty and chewy, the avocado is creamy and rich, and the combination is filling and will keep you satisfied for hours.

Whether strictly plant-based, or just looking for more delicious healthy recipes, you need to add this Chickpea Avocado Salad to your lunch menu STAT!

Notes on Ingredients

• Avocado: Use a ripe avocado that is soft so it will mash easily. The mashed avocado is the perfect base for this Chickpea Sandwich. It holds the filling together while adding richness. The healthy fats will also help you to feel satisfied for hours.
• Chickpeas: Chickpeas are amazing little legumes. They add substance and texture that mimics the chew factor of meat. They are also full of fiber and protein which will keep you full long after eating this sandwich.
• Lime Juice: Fresh lime juice is key to this recipe. It complements the avocado perfectly and adds just the right amount of freshness to the chickpea salad. You can use fresh lemon juice in place of lime juice, but I prefer the flavor of lime juice. But whether using lime or lemon juice, just be sure it is fresh--this is NOT the time for bottled juice.
• Cilantro: Don't like cilantro? Omit it! There will still be PLENTY of flavor in this avocado chickpea salad.

How to Make Chickpea Avocado Salad

• The first step is to smash the avocado. Cut the avocado open lengthwise. Remove the pit. Scoop out the flesh of the avocado and place it into a bowl. Add the salt and lime juice. Using a fork or potato masher, mash until smooth and creamy. I really like using a potato masher as it works quickly and is the perfect tool to smash the chickpeas when added.

• Add in the chickpeas and mix together, mashing up to desired consistency. You can leave them intact or mash them until nearly smooth. The choice is completely up to you and how you prefer the texture of your sandwich filling. Taste and add more salt if needed. Mix in cilantro if using.

Serving Suggestions

Serve Avocado Chickpea Salad as a sandwich filling, as a wrap in a tortilla or lettuce cup, or in a hollowed-out avocado.

Recipe Tips and Notes

• Avocado Chickpea Salad is BEST served immediately but can be refrigerated for up to 24 hours. Just keep in mind that the avocado may turn brown as it sits in the refrigerator.
• This recipe makes enough filling for 4 hearty sandwiches. Feel free to cut the recipe in half or double as desired.
• Looking to add crunch? Add ¼ cup of minced onion or minced celery to this sandwich spread for more texture.
• Try topping your Chickpea Avocado Sandwich with Pickled Red Onions for crunch and flair.

More Plant-Based Favorite Recipes

• Chickpea Tikka Masala
• Vegetarian Enchiladas
• Kale Pasta
• Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
• Instant Pot Minestrone
• Vegetarian Curry

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