Avocado Toast with Crispy Chickpeas and Lime
Ingredients
- 2 slicesbread (sourdough or whole grain)
- 1avocado
- ½ cancanned chickpeas (15 oz)
- 2 tablespoonolive oil
- ½ teaspoonsmoked paprika
- ·salt
- ·black pepper
- 1lime
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- ½ cupcherry tomatoes (optional)
Prep
- 01
Juice 1 lime.
- 02
Halve and pit 1 avocado.
Method
- 01
Drain and dry the chickpeas well by patting them with a clean kitchen towel.
- 02
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chickpeas, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and crispy.
- 03
Toast the bread slices until golden and crisp.
- 04
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a small bowl. Mash lightly with a fork, then season with salt, pepper, and juice from the lime.
- 05
Spread the mashed avocado evenly onto each toast. Top with crispy chickpeas, a squeeze of extra lime juice, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Add cherry tomatoes if using. Serve immediately.
Spice Tips
For more heat, increase red pepper flakes to 1/2 teaspoon or add a pinch of cayenne. A dash of cumin in the chickpea seasoning adds earthiness. Fresh cilantro scattered on top brightens the dish.
For a protein boost, top with a fried egg. If chickpeas aren't crispy enough after cooking, drain them on paper towels for a minute before serving.