Description
This Spicy Chickpea Avocado Toast is a simple, flavorful, and healthy meal that’s perfect for any time of day. Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a light dinner, or a satisfying snack, this recipe has got you covered. With a perfect combination of creamy avocado and spiced chickpeas, each bite is packed with plant-based goodness and tons of flavor.
Ingredients
1 tbsp olive oil
1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 tsp chili powder (or to taste)
1/2 tsp turmeric
1/2 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
1 avocado
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Pinch of salt
Chili flakes (optional, for extra heat)
2 large slices of toasted sourdough or bread of choice
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Add the garlic and chickpeas to the pan and cook for a couple of minutes until fragrant.
- Mix in the chili powder, turmeric, cumin, paprika, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let it cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the spices to infuse the chickpeas.
- While the chickpeas are cooking, mash the avocado in a small dish. Add the juice of half a lemon and a pinch of salt. If you want extra heat, you can also sprinkle in some chili flakes.
- Spread the mashed avocado mixture generously over the toasted bread.
- Top with the spiced chickpeas and garnish with fresh coriander if desired.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Gluten-Free: Swap the sourdough for gluten-free bread to make this recipe suitable for a gluten-free diet.
- Add a Protein Boost: For additional protein, you can top the toast with a poached or fried egg.
- Vegan Cheese: Sprinkle some vegan cheese on top for a creamy, savory touch.
- More Spice: If you love spicy food, you can add more chili powder or a dash of hot sauce for an extra kick.
- Vegetable Toppings: Add some cucumber, tomatoes, or leafy greens to make the toast even more nutritious.
- Storage: This dish is best enjoyed fresh, but you can store the chickpeas and avocado separately in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 1 day. The avocado mixture may turn brown over time, so it’s ideal to consume it soon after preparing.
- Reheating: If you have leftover chickpeas, you can reheat them in a pan for a couple of minutes over medium heat. Re-toast the bread before assembling to keep it crispy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack, Lunch
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
