CHICKPEA AND AVOCADO REFRESHING GREEN SALAD
This Chickpea And Avocado Refreshing Green Salad is a quick, healthy and refreshing meal perfect for a light lunch or dinner with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber and hearty chickpeas. This dish is seasoned with fresh parsley, lemon juice, salt and pepper for a burst of spicy flavour. The salad combines vegetable protein, fibre and healthy fats, making it a nutrient-dense filling option. It is also versatile, gluten-free and vegan, ideal for various dietary preferences. Whether alone or as a side dish, this Chickpea And Avocado Refreshing Green Salad is an easy way to make a nutritious meal. Creamy avocado meets the hearty bite of chickpeas, all tossed with crisp greens and a zesty dressing that awakens every flavour. This refreshing green salad is light yet satisfying and it is the kind of dish that leaves you energised, refreshed and ready to take on the day.
RECIPE CATEGORY
Lunch, Dinner, Side, Entrée
SERVING SIZE
1
CUISINE
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, American
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
No-Cook, One-Pot Wonders, Marinate
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
Summer, Picnic, Potluck, Family Reunion, Cinco de Mayo, Ramadan, Spring
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
Healthy, Vegan, High Fibre, Low Cholesterol, Wheat / Gluten-Free, Quick & Easy, Vegetarian
DISH TYPE
Salad
INGREDIENTS
There are the following ingredients for Chickpea And Avocado Refreshing Green Salad:
- 50 grams | 1.76 ounces | ⅓ cup canned chickpeas, drained
- 50 grams | 1.76 ounces | ¼ medium avocado, diced
- 80 grams | 2.82 ounces | ¼ medium cucumber, chopped
- 1 gram | 0.04 ounces | 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 5 millilitres | 0.17 fluid ounces | 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.75 grams | 0.03 ounces | ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt, to taste
- 0.30 grams | 0.01 ounces | ⅛ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 176 kilocalories
- Fat: 8.8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1.24 grams
- Carbohydrate: 21.4 grams
- Sugar: 4.4 grams
- Fibre: 7.6 grams
- Sodium: 331 milligrams
- Protein: 6.0 grams
- Calcium: 46 milligrams
- Potassium: 533 milligrams
- Iron: 2.03 milligrams
PREPARATION
These steps are followed for the preparation of Chickpea And Avocado Refreshing Green Salad:
- Chop The Vegetables: Cut the avocado and cucumber into bite-sized pieces to give the salad a creamy or crunchy texture.
- Mix The Chickpeas And Vegetables: In a bowl, combine the drained chickpeas with the diced avocado, chopped cucumber and fresh parsley. The chickpeas provide vegetable protein and dietary fibre, while the cucumber and parsley provide freshness.
- Add Lemon Juice And Seasoning: Drizzle 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon juice over the salad to give it a light and spicy taste. Season with salt and pepper, balancing the richness of the avocado with the citrus juice.
- Serve Immediately: Toss the salad gently to mix all the ingredients. Serve fresh for the best flavour and texture. This salad is perfect as a light meal or can be paired with whole grains or grilled vegetables for a heartier dish.
PREPARATION TIME
5 minutes
COOKING TIME
No cooking required
TIPS
Here are some helpful tips for Chickpea And Avocado Refreshing Green Salad:
- Rinse Chickpeas: Rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water before using them to remove excess sodium and improve flavour.
- Prevent Avocado Browning: To keep the avocado from browning, toss it in lemon juice immediately after dicing. This will help preserve its colour and prevent oxidation.
- Serve Chilled: For a more refreshing dish, chill the salad for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
VARIATIONS
- Add Protein: Boost the protein by adding quinoa, grilled tofu or tempeh to make the salad more filling.
- Change The Dressing: Swap lemon juice for a balsamic vinaigrette or a light tahini dressing for a creamy texture.
- Extra Vegetables: Include cherry tomatoes, bell peppers or red onion for more colour and flavour.
- Add Grains: Serve the salad on a bed of cooked quinoa, farro or brown rice to make it more substantial.
PREPPING AND STORAGE
- Refrigerator Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Be mindful that the avocado may brown slightly, so adding extra lemon juice can help maintain freshness.
- Freezing: This salad is best enjoyed fresh and is unsuitable for freezing due to the avocado and cucumber, which can become watery upon thawing.
