Creamy Avocado & Chickpea Salad Sandwiches
Prep
15m
Cook
0m
Total
15m
Serves
4
Cal
380
“Get ready for a lunch that's both incredibly satisfying and wonderfully fresh, proving that plant-based can be the ultimate comfort food!”
Get ready for a lunch that's both incredibly satisfying and wonderfully fresh, proving that plant-based can be the ultimate comfort food! Inspired by American flavors, this quick weeknight creamy avocado & chickpea salad sandwiches comes together with just a handful of ingredients and yields 4 generous servings. At 380 calories per serving, it's a satisfying choice that doesn't compromise on nutrition. Ready in 15 minutes (15 min prep, 0 min cook), it's proof that plant-based comfort food can be both simple and extraordinary.
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Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, use a fork or potato masher to lightly mash the chickpeas. You want some texture, so don't mash them completely smooth.
- 2
Add the scooped-out avocado to the bowl with the chickpeas. Mash the avocado until creamy and well combined with the chickpeas.
- 3
Stir in the finely diced red onion, chopped cilantro (or parsley), fresh lime juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and a pinch of salt.
- 4
Mix everything together until thoroughly combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed – perhaps a little more lime juice for zing, or salt and pepper.
- 5
Toast your bread slices if desired. Divide the chickpea and avocado salad evenly among four slices of bread.
- 6
Top with lettuce leaves and tomato slices if using, then place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
- 7
Serve immediately and enjoy your deliciously creamy and satisfying plant-based lunch!
Pro Tips
No cooking required! Make sure your ingredients are fresh and at the right temperature for the best result.
High in fiber at 12g per serving, this dish will keep you full and satisfied for hours.
Don't skip the seasoning. Vegan comfort food shines when you're generous with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Taste as you go and adjust seasoning before serving. Plant-based dishes often benefit from a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of salt at the end.
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