January 19, 2014

Recipe: Smashed Chickpea & Avocado Salad Sandwich

This smash is a twist on the classic Avocado Toast. A friend was telling me about it and I just had to make it. I looked up a recipe to see what the ratio of ingredients were but I think everything about salad is instinctual. Dare I say I might actually like the addition of chickpeas to the classic Avocado Toast more? The salad also makes a great dip with crackers or pita chips. So simple, fresh, and delicious, give it a try!


Smashed Chickpea & Avocado Salad Sandwich
Inspired by Two Peas and Their Pod
Serves 3-4

Ingredients
1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 large avocado
fresh cilantro, chopped
Juice from 1 lemon
salt and pepper
Bread of choice
Pinch red pepper chili flakes

Instructions
In a medium bowl, use a fork to smash the chickpeas and avocado together.
Add in cilantro and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Spread salad on bread and top with a pinch of red pepper chili flakes.
Serve immediately.