Description
Zesty and refreshing, this Chickpea and Avocado Salad with Lime is a quick, healthy, and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 1 lime, juiced and zested
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced avocado, and finely chopped red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and cumin.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea and avocado mixture. Gently toss to combine, ensuring the avocado is evenly coated.
- Add the chopped cilantro and mix lightly.
- Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Substitution: Try parsley instead of cilantro if you’re not a fan.
- Make Ahead: Prepare all ingredients in advance, but add avocado just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: chickpea salad, avocado salad, lime, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, healthy, easy, quick
