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From the Cook
From the Cook
From the Cook
From the Cook
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Easy Chickpea Avocado Salad
Instructions
1
In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, avocado, cucumber, tomatoes, and arugula. Mix to combine.
2
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.
3
Serve and ENJOY!!
Notes
1
*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.
2
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 Strategy 🥑Add avocado just before serving to prevent browning and maintain its creamy texture; alternatively, toss it gently at the last moment to avoid breaking it into small pieces.
- Dry Your Chickpeas Thoroughly 💧Pat canned chickpeas completely dry with paper towels before adding them to the salad to ensure the dressing coats evenly and prevents a watery, diluted sauce.
- Emulsify Your Dressing First 🌪️Whisk together the Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and red wine vinegar before slowly drizzling in olive oil to create a proper emulsion that clings to ingredients better than a simple vinaigrette.
- Balance Sweet and Acidic Notes ⚖️Taste the dressing before combining with vegetables and adjust the maple syrup and lemon juice ratio to your preference—maple syrup should complement, not dominate, the bright citrus notes.
- Prep Vegetables at the Right Size 🔪Cut cucumber into half-moons and halve grape tomatoes to match the size of chickpeas, creating balanced bites that distribute flavors evenly throughout each forkful.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Low-Cholesterol
My Calorie Intake
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Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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