Chickpea and Avocado Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing

This chickpea and avocado salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The chickpeas provide protein and fiber, while the avocado adds creaminess and healthy fats. The red onion and herbs add a bit of crunch and brightness, and the lemon tahini dressing brings it all together with a tangy and nutty flavor.

This recipe was inspired by a trip to the Middle East, where I had the pleasure of trying many different chickpea salads. I was particularly impressed by one salad that was made with avocado, red onion, and herbs. The flavors were so well-balanced and the salad was so refreshing, I knew I had to recreate it at home. When I got back to the States, I experimented with different ingredients and proportions until I came up with this recipe. I love the way the chickpeas, avocado, and red onion play off of each other, and the lemon tahini dressing adds the perfect finishing touch. This salad is now one of my go-to recipes for a quick and easy meal.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 ripe avocado, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup lemon tahini dressing (see recipe below)
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Combine the chickpeas, avocado, red onion, parsley, mint, and lemon tahini dressing in a large bowl.
2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Toss to combine and serve immediately.

Why It Works

• The chickpeas provide protein and fiber, while the avocado adds creaminess and healthy fats.
• The red onion and herbs add a bit of crunch and brightness.
• The lemon tahini dressing brings it all together with a tangy and nutty flavor.