Boost your diet: Simple recipe for nutrient-rich avocado and chickpea salad
An avocado salad can be more than a side dish. Adding just one more component can transform this salad into a complete and satisfying meal that will tickle your palate. Find out which magical component will make this avocado salad a new beloved addition to your menu.
The secret ingredient of the avocado salad - chickpeas
Swap out guacamole for this simple salad. Canned chickpeas are the surprise key to this dish. Chickpeas contain protein, antioxidants, potassium, iron, magnesium, copper, and vitamins. This abundance makes the salad much more satiating and easy to digest.
Recipe for avocado and chickpea salad:
This avocado and chickpea salad is an ideal choice for lunch, dinner or as a barbecue side dish. It's even perfect as a standalone meal for those who want a healthy and satisfying diet.
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe avocado,
- 1 small red onion,
- 1 long cucumber,
- 2 tomatoes,
- 1 tin of chickpeas,
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil,
- 2 tablespoons of lemon juice,
- salt and pepper to taste,
- chives.
Preparation:
- Deseed the avocado, remove the skin, and dice it.
- Wash the tomatoes and cucumber thoroughly and chop them into cubes.
- Peel the onion and chopped it finely.
- Drain the liquid from the tin of chickpeas.
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
- Add chopped chives.
- Flavour with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Mix everything thoroughly and voila, it's ready!
Tips:
- You can add other vegetables to the salad, such as bell pepper, sweetcorn or rocket.
- Spice up your dressing with your favourite herbs, like oregano or basil.
- Swap chickpeas for cooked beans or lentils if you prefer.
The avocado and chickpea salad is a delightful, nourishing, and satisfying recommendation for everyone. Try this uncomplicated recipe and see how effortless it is to assemble a meal packed with nutrients in mere minutes!
