Creamy Avocado Chickpea Salad Fresh and Flavorful Dish

Ingredients

• 1 whole ripe avocado, halved and pitted
• 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained (15 oz)
• 1 small cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 4 red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon tahini
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• to taste salt and pepper
• for garnish fresh parsley or cilantro

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, scoop the flesh of the avocado into a large bowl and mash it with a fork until creamy but still a bit chunky.
2. Add the Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and olive oil to the mashed avocado. Stir until well combined and creamy.
3. Add in the rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion. Gently fold the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the creamy mixture.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing lightly to avoid mashing the chickpeas.
5. Finish by garnishing with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro for a pop of color and flavor.