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Chickpea Jalapeno Salad

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Incredibly delicious, this Chickpea Jalapeño Salad is bold with flavor and sure to satisfy. Serve it in a sandwich or as a topping on a bed of greens.
Incredibly delicious, this Chickpea Jalapeño Salad is bold with flavor and sure to satisfy. Serve it in a sandwich or as a topping on a bed of greens. this Recipe
When I was a little girl I thought chickpeas were peas from little baby chicks. Amazing the mind of a young child. Chickpeas were not a staple in my childhood home so I had no idea what they were until I became an adult. Chickpeas were what everybody used to make hummus. But what about garbanzo beans, well chickpeas and garbanzo beans are one in the same. Chickpeas is Latin origin and garbanzo is Spanish in origin, chickpeas, however,  is  more commonly used here in the US. There are two types of chickpeas, Kabuli and Desi.  Kabuli is light in color, with large seeds, smooth coat and have a uniform round shape. Desi is small, dark with a rough coat and has a higher concentration of antioxidants, fiber, and a lower glycemic index.   Overall chickpeas or garbanzo beans, whichever you choose to use, are a great source of zinc, folate and protein. If you want to know more about these versatile beans visit DifferenceBetween.net.       Incredibly delicious, this Chickpea Jalapeño Salad is bold with flavor and sure to satisfy. Serve it in a sandwich or as a topping on a bed of greens. Since becoming a vegetarian the chickpea as I like to call it, has become a stable in my pantry. Making smashed salads like the one I'm sharing today has fast become one of my favorite go to quick-lunch meals. What could be easier than simply smashing the beans, adding some delicious ingredients and mixing. Incredibly delicious, this Chickpea Jalapeño Salad is bold with flavor and sure to satisfy. Serve it in a sandwich or as a topping on a bed of greens. There are so many smashed chickpea salad recipes out in the blogosphere, but this is just one of my versions. Check out my Cranberry Chickpea version. This is my version of smashed chickpeas with avocado. I chose not to add any other dressing because the creaminess of the avocado with the juice of the lime gives the salad a smooth creamy texture. You can serve it on lightly toasted bread of your choice, my choice was whole wheat. It's also great served with tortilla as a wrap. For those of you who don't want the added carbs, just serve it on a bed of mixed greens. Incredibly delicious, this Chickpea Jalapeño Salad is bold with flavor and sure to satisfy. Serve it in a sandwich or as a topping on a bed of greens. Incredibly delicious, this Chickpea Jalapeño Salad is bold with flavor and sure to satisfy. Serve it in a sandwich or as a topping on a bed of greens. Print

Chickpea Jalapeno Salad Sandwich

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Ingredients

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  • 1 15 oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup chopped red onions
  • ½ cup chopped jalapeno, seeds removed
  • 1 medium avocado
  • juice of one lime
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • FOR SANDWICH
  • sliced bread of your choice, I used whole wheat
  • sliced cucumbers
  • sliced tomatoes
  • FOR SALAD
  • mixed greens

Instructions

  1. Place drained chickpeas in a medium bowl and mash them using the back of a fork or potato masher, leaving some chunks of peas.
  2. Slice avocado and scoop it out using a large spoon into a small bowl. Squeeze the juice of the lime over the avocado and mash using the back of a fork and add the mashed avocado to the chickpeas.
  3. Add in the onions, jalapeño, and cilantro, stir to combine.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Pile salad onto lightly toasted bread and top with tomatoes and cucumbers or topping of your choice for sandwich.
  6. For a salad, place mixed greens on a plate and place a scoop of chickpea salad on top of the greens.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 243
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 267
  • Fat: 10.4
  • Saturated Fat: 1.3
  • Carbohydrates: 32.1
  • Fiber: 11.2
  • Protein: 8.9
  • Cholesterol: 0
If you make this Chickpea Jalapeño Salad or a version of it, take a picture and share with me on Instagram, tag it #thewholeserving. I’d love to see your version. Which do you prefer? Sandwich or Salad!Incredibly delicious, this Chickpea Jalapeño Salad is bold with flavor and sure to satisfy. Serve it in a sandwich or as a topping on a bed of greens.  
Incredibly delicious, this Chickpea Jalapeño Salad is bold with flavor and sure to satisfy. Serve it in a sandwich or as a topping on a bed of greens.

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Comments

  1. Chessie says

    Wow, this looks delicious! Have pinned it to try soon.

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    • Celeste says

      Thanks Chessie, Enjoy!

      Reply

  2. Charlene Chan says

    This was delicious! Thank you for the recipe.

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    • Celeste says

      Thanks Charlene for leaving me the comment, I'm glad you enjoyed it.

      Reply

  3. Deborah Davis says

    Hi Celeste,
    You are amazing! This Chickpea Jalapeño Salad is so mouthwatering to look at. I can't believe it's vegan! I am so fond of spicy foods and I love any dish with avocado and cilantro, so this is a hit with me. I can't wait to make it and share it with friends. I am so delighted that you shared your healthy and delicious recipe at the Healthy Happy Green Natural Party! I'm Pinning and sharing this!

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  4. swayam says

    This looks so so delicious and filling!! My mouth watered as soon as I saw this! Thanks for joining us at #SaucySaturday.. Pinned of course!

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    • Celeste says

      Thanks Swayam!

      Reply

  5. Suzy says

    I love chickpeas and this sounds awesome! I been following a only good carbs way of eating for the last two years and I'll be adding this to my recipe box.

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    • Celeste says

      That's awesome that you are doing only good carbs, I'm glad that you have new one to add to the list.

      Reply

  6. Easy Peasy Life Matters says

    Oh. My. Goodness. This sounds absolutely amazing!! So many yummy flavors all in the same dish. Thanks so much for sharing on the Healthy Living Link Party! We will be featuring your post tonight so don't forget to drop by and grab your "featured" button. 🙂 Have a wonderful night!

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  7. Miz Helen says

    Looking forward to seeing you again at Full Plate Thursday tonight!
    Hope you are having a great day!
    Miz Helen

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  8. Emily says

    This sounds really tasty! I am always looking for new lunch ideas - I'll have to try your recipe, though maybe minus the jalapenos 🙂 Thanks for linking up with Merry Monday!

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    • Celeste says

      Thanks Emily, it definitely makes a pretty good, delicious lunch.

      Reply

  9. Angela says

    Yum! That is my kind of sandwich. I love this idea with the chickpeas & a little bit of kick with the jalapeño. Can't wait to try it, Thank you for sharing 🙂 Pinned!

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    • Celeste says

      Thanks Angela, I really hope you like it.
      Have a wonderful week.

      Reply

  10. Marilyn says

    Celeste, I love chickpeas. The peppers though would need to be replaced with something else. Suggestions? Pinned and shared. Thanks for linking up at #OverTheMoon! I hope you will join me at #RecipeSharingParty to pin and yum!

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    • Celeste says

      Thanks Marilyn1
      Hope your week is off to a great start.

      Reply

  11. Alison says

    this looks tasty. I bet is is lovely and filling as well

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    • Celeste says

      It's very filling and it gives me what I need to get through the afternoon.

      Reply

  12. Sam @ Living The Dutch Dream says

    This looks really good, I would like to try this.

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    • Celeste says

      I hope you give it a try. Let me know what you think.

      Reply

  13. Kathryn says

    I bet the jalapeños add a nice finishing touch to the bite. Great idea to add them. Such a beautiful sandwich!

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    • Celeste says

      Thank you Kathryn!
      Have a wonderful week.

      Reply

  14. Charlotte says

    What a great way to get some protein in! I have been looking for some healthy vegetarian alternatives at the moment! not sure I could handle the jalapeno though! :p Thanks for linking to #YumTum this week

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    • Celeste says

      Hi Charlotte, I wasn't sure about putting in the jalapeños, but I removed the seeds and they weren't that hot, but you could simply leave them out.
      Have a great weekend.

      Reply

  15. Anne says

    This looks so good! I would choose the salad version.

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    • Celeste says

      Less carbs that way. Either way it is absolutely delicious.
      Thanks for visiting Anne, have a great weekend!!!

      Reply

  16. Jayne says

    Living in Egypt, we live on chickpeas, any kind of hummus I can make but this sounds really good. Will have to try it on my husband. Thanks

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    • Celeste says

      I'm sure you could teach me a thing or two about the many ways to use chickpeas. I hope your husband enjoys it.
      Thanks for visiting Jayne.

      Reply

  17. smiling notes says

    Yum! This looks so delicious and healthy!

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    • Celeste says

      Thanks,
      I wouldn't say they are the healthiest, but it's a much healthier version of a sweet buns one could make.
      It's about moderation, not deprivation, don't you think!
      Enjoy!!!

      Reply

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