Refreshing Chickpea and Avocado Salad

🥘 Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked chickpeas
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
2. 2
   In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. 3
   Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
4. 4
   Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
5. 5
   Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.

📊 Nutritional Information

• Calories: 500 kcal
• Protein: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fat: 25g
• Fiber: 12g

💡 Cooking Tips

• To save time, use canned chickpeas by rinsing them thoroughly before adding to the salad.
• Choose ripe avocados for extra creaminess.
• Add a sprinkle of feta cheese for additional flavor if desired.
• Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite vegetables or herbs.