Smashed Chickpea Avocado Dill Pickle Sandwiches
Discover the delightful Smashed Chickpea Avocado Dill Pickle Sandwiches, a vibrant and nutritious option for any meal. This recipe harmoniously blends the creamy richness of ripe avocados with protein-packed chickpeas and zesty dill pickles, creating a satisfying filling that’s both flavorful and healthy. Perfect for quick lunches or picnic outings, these sandwiches are easy to prepare and incredibly versatile. Enjoy them on whole grain bread, in pitas, or wrapped in tortillas—each bite is a burst of freshness that makes lunchtime feel special!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Makes about 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 14-oz can, drained and rinsed)
- 1 ripe avocado
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
- 1 celery rib, diced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped pickles
- 1/4 cup finely chopped dill
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
- Whole grain bread, pitas, or tortillas for assembly
- Lettuce or arugula
Instructions
- Mash the chickpeas in a bowl until mostly broken up; leave some whole for texture. Add the ripe avocado and mash until combined.
- Mix in lemon juice, minced garlic, diced celery, green onions, dill pickles, salt, and pepper until well blended. Adjust seasonings as desired.
- Spread the chickpea mixture onto your choice of bread or wrap with lettuce before topping with another slice. Serve immediately or store for later.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg