Smashed Chickpea Avocado Dill Pickle Sandwiches
Smashed Chickpea Avocado Dill Pickle Sandwiches are a delightful and nutritious meal option that brings together creamy avocado, hearty chickpeas, and tangy dill pickles. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for lunch at home, picnics, or gatherings. With a rich flavor profile and satisfying texture, these sandwiches offer a tasty twist on traditional fillings without the use of mayonnaise. Packed with protein and healthy fats, they cater to both adults and kids alike, making them an excellent addition to your meal rotation. Prepare them in just five minutes for a wholesome treat that’s sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
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 or tortillas
- Lettuce or arugula
Instructions
- Mash the cooked chickpeas in a mixing bowl using a potato masher until mostly broken up.
- Add the ripe avocado and lemon juice to the bowl. Mix in garlic, celery, dill pickles, salt, pepper, and green onions until well combined.
- Spread the mixture onto slices of whole grain bread or tortillas. Top with lettuce or arugula and close the sandwich.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg