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Smashed Chickpea and Avocado Toast
Created by: Howcan Team
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices of whole grain bread
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional toppings: cherry tomatoes, red pepper flakes, microgreens
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas. Using a fork, smash the chickpeas until they are slightly mashed.
- Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into the bowl with the smashed chickpeas.
- Add lemon juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mash and mix everything together until well combined.
- Toast the slices of whole grain bread until golden brown and crispy.
- Drizzle olive oil over the toasted bread slices.
- Divide the smashed chickpea and avocado mixture evenly on top of the olive oil-drizzled toast.
- Top with optional toppings such as cherry tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and microgreens if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Smashed Chickpea and Avocado Toast has become a beloved dish in the world of healthy eating. This simple yet satisfying recipe gained popularity as a nutritious and delicious breakfast or snack option. The combination of creamy avocado and protein-packed chickpeas creates a flavorful and filling topping for toast. Chefs and home cooks alike have embraced this dish, adding their own unique twists with ingredients like lemon juice, red pepper flakes, or fresh herbs. Originating from the health-conscious food scene, this dish has spread across the globe, with variations found in trendy cafes and restaurants. For the best version, seek out ripe avocados and quality chickpeas, and don't skimp on the seasoning.
15 min
2
320 calories
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