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Bright Chickpea and Avocado Salad

Creamy avocado, hearty chickpeas, and juicy tomatoes with lime, cilantro, and a whisper of cumin. Part salad, part dip, entirely satisfying — fresh and filling in about ten minutes, no stove required.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed 15 oz
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 tsp cumin optional

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and cumin if using.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, without mashing the avocado.
  • Enjoy immediately, or chill 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld.