Crispy Chickpea Avocado Salad Refreshing Flavor Burst

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• to taste salt and pepper
• 1 large ripe avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium cucumber, diced
• 1 4 red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (or parsley)
• 1 lime Juice of

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Pat the chickpeas dry with paper towels and place them in a mixing bowl.
3. Drizzle with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat.
4. Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet.
5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until crispy and golden.
6. While the chickpeas are baking, combine the diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro in a large salad bowl.
7. Once the chickpeas are crispy, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly.
8. Add the warm chickpeas to the salad bowl.
9. Drizzle lime juice over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients.
10. Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lime juice as desired.