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Easy Chickpea Avocado Salad
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Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, and arugula. Mix to combine.
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In a small bowl or mason jar, combine all of the dressing ingredients and whisk/shake to combine. Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and stir to combine.
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Serve and ENJOY!!
Notes
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*If you won’t be serving this immediately, I suggest keeping the avocado on the side and stirring it in before serving. The lemon juice from the dressing really helps to keep the avocado from browning but I still prefer it to be as fresh as possible.
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Storage Instructions – Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. For best results, keep the avocado separate and add just before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Avocado Timing Technique 🥑Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning; toss gently at the end to maintain creamy chunks rather than mushy texture.
- Dressing Emulsion Magic ✨Whisk the Dijon mustard with red wine vinegar first to create an emulsifier base, then slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking constantly for a silky, cohesive dressing that clings to ingredients.
- Chickpea Preparation Secret 🫘Drain and thoroughly pat canned chickpeas dry with paper towels, then lightly toss with sea salt 10 minutes before assembling to enhance their flavor and prevent a watery salad.
- Garlic Infusion Hack 🧄Mince garlic finely and let it sit in the dressing for 5-10 minutes before serving to mellow its sharp bite while developing deeper, more complex flavor throughout the salad.
- Make-Ahead Assembly Strategy 📋Keep arugula, tomatoes, and cucumber separate from the dressing until serving time, but combine chickpeas, cucumber, and tomatoes with dressing up to 4 hours ahead for maximum flavor development without wilting delicate greens.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Low-Cholesterol
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