Chickpea and Avocado Bruschetta
This Chickpea and Avocado Bruschetta offer a flavorful and wholesome combination of ingredients that can double as an appetizer or side dish. Nutritious chickpeas are mashed with creamy avocado and plenty of fresh herbs. Enjoy the mix atop lightly toasted slices of fresh rustic bread for an amazing flavor experience without all the mess!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Bread, Snack
Cuisine Italian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 575 kcal
Let's gather the ingredients!
- 1½ cup chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil plus more to drizzle
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 avocado
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 slices sourdough bread 1-inch thick
- pinch salt and pepper to taste
Let's Begin!
Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Bake the chickpeas in the oven for 5-10 minutes or until lightly brown and sizzling.
In another bowl, mash the avocados with lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Heat a cast-iron grill pan. Brush the bread with olive oil and grill over high heat, turning once, until toasted.
Scoop the mashed avocados onto the toast, then top with roasted chickpeas.
Garnish with olive oil, salt, pepper, and herbs.
Serve and enjoy with family and friends!
Calories: 575kcalCarbohydrates: 76gProtein: 20gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gSodium: 401mgPotassium: 939mgFiber: 18gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 427IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 107mgIron: 7mg
Keyword Avocado, Bruschetta, Chickpeas, Easy to Make, Healthy, Toast, Vegan