Chickpea and Avocado Salad:

Chickpea and Avocado Salad:

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and diced
• 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chickpeas:
   • Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas in a colander. You can also use chickpeas cooked from scratch, but canned chickpeas are convenient.
2. Mix the Salad:
   • In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced avocados, chopped red onion, and chopped cilantro.
3. Make the Dressing:
   • In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Combine and Toss:
   • Drizzle the dressing over the chickpea and avocado mixture in the large bowl.
5. **Gently toss all the ingredients together to coat them evenly with the dressing.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the Chickpea and Avocado Salad immediately or refrigerate it for a short time before serving.

This simple and delicious salad is packed with fresh flavors and can be enjoyed as a gluten-free lunch or a side dish for various meals. Enjoy!