15 Minute Chickpea & Avocado Toast
Description
This vibrant chickpea and avocado toast delivers flavor, fiber, and plant-based protein in every bite. Whether you need a quick lunch, post-workout refuel, or a wholesome snack, this recipe brings satisfying energy without sacrificing time. It’s colorful, customizable, and totally crave-worthy.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe avocado
- ½ cup cup canned chickpeas (rinsed & drained)
- 1–2 slices whole grain or sourdough bread
- 1 tsp olive oil
- ½ lemon (Juice of)
- Pinch of sea salt & black pepper
- Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- Microgreens or arugula
- Red pepper flakes
- Hemp seeds or pumpkin seeds
Optional toppings:
Instructions
- 1 Mash & Mix
In a bowl, mash the avocado with a fork. Add the chickpeas and continue mashing until combined but still chunky. Add lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Mix gently.
- 2
Toast the BreadToast your slices of bread to your desired crispness—golden and crunchy works best.
- 3
Assemble the ToastSpread the avocado-chickpea mixture generously over each toast.
- 4
Top & ServeAdd your favorite toppings—cherry tomatoes, seeds, greens, or a dash of chili flakes. Serve immediately while the toast is warm.
NoteQuick Tips
- No chickpeas? Swap with white beans for a creamier version.
- Want extra heat? Mix in a touch of harissa or hot sauce.
- Meal prepping? Store the mash in the fridge (airtight) for up to 2 days—toast and assemble when ready.
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