Description
A fresh and vibrant Crispy Chickpea & Avocado Salad that perfectly balances crunchy roasted chickpeas with creamy ripe avocado, combined with fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for roasting chickpeas)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach, arugula, or mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Drain and rinse chickpeas well, then pat them dry thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Toss them with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Spread the chickpeas evenly on a baking sheet and roast in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy, shaking the tray halfway through roasting to ensure even cooking.
- While the chickpeas are roasting, wash and dry your greens thoroughly. Halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the fresh herbs, and slice the avocado just before serving to maintain freshness and prevent browning.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. This simple dressing will brighten and unify the flavors of the salad without overpowering them.
- On a large plate or bowl, layer the fresh greens as the base. Arrange the sliced avocado and halved cherry tomatoes on top, then scatter the crispy roasted chickpeas over everything. Drizzle with the lemon-olive oil dressing and sprinkle with the chopped fresh herbs for the perfect finishing touch.
Notes
- Quick to prepare
- Nutrient-packed
- Versatile for any season
- Suitable for lunch, dinner, or meal prep
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Crispy Chickpea Avocado Salad