This Smashed Chickpea Avocado Spread is healthy, delicious, and easy to make. This recipe is packed with healthy fats, fiber, and protein.
If you are looking for a healthy recipe that takes just a few minutes to make, look no further. This spread is not only delicious but easy to make and packed with nutrients. Furthermore, this simple recipe will impress your guests and family. Feel free to add more veggies or seasoning. Even though I called this recipe smashed chickpea avocado spread, you can blend all the ingredients and turn it into hummus.
This recipe is great for:
- Appetizer – to go along with pita chips, tortilla chips, or veggies.
- Salad – use it to top your salad or eat it alone.
- Sandwiches – add some vegan mayo and make some chickpea vegan tuna sandwiches.
- Wraps – add your favorite veggies or protein and add this spread.
I added some homegrown lentil sprouts and added some more nutrients. My favorite way to eat this spread is over toasted pita bread as a pita bread pizza. In conclusion, if you are a fan of guacamole and hummus this recipe is for you.
Easy to make with simple ingredients!
This recipe is packed with:
- Healthy fats – avocados are a great source of vitamin C, E, K and B6. Also, riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium.
- Low in calories – chickpeas are low in calories, high in fiber and protein.
- Protein – chickpeas are filled with plant-based protein that may help you to control your appetite.
- Fiber – chickpeas are packed wit fiber that may help you to improve digestion.
- Easy to digest
- Flavorful
You can find the recipe for my humus here – Hummus de Gandules & Pigeon Peas Hummus
I hope you give my recipe a try and love it as much as we did! Let me know what you think! Leave a comment below. Also, don’t forget to take a picture and share it on my Facebook page or tag it #thehungrydragonfly on Instagram! I love seeing your creations!
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Smashed Chickpea Avocado Spread - Vegan
This Smashed Chickpea Avocado Spread is healthy, delicious, and easy to make. This recipe is packed with healthy fats, fiber, and protein.
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas organic
- 2 small avocados ripe
- 1 cup grape tomatoes chopped
- 1 tbsp cilantro chopped
- 1 green onion stalk
- 1/4 cup red onion chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp onion powder
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 fresh-squeezed lemon
- 1 jalapeño optional
Instructions
- Place chickpeas and avocado into a mixing bowl. Use a fork to mash until you get the desired consistency.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and mix to incorporate.
- Mix well and adjust the seasoning. Keep refrigerated until ready to use.
- Store inside an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
