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Spinach and Chickpea Salad with Avocado

A fresh, hearty salad with creamy avocado, protein-rich chickpeas, and a simple lemon dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
280
Protein
8g
Spinach and Chickpea Salad with Avocado
healthylightmediterraneanveganvegetariangluten-freedairy-freechickpea

Ingredients

  • 5 cups baby spinach
  • 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 large avocado, diced
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium tomato, chopped
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large bowl, combine the 5 cups baby spinach, 1 can drained chickpeas, 1 diced avocado, 0.5 small sliced red onion, and 1 chopped tomato.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice, and 0.5 tsp salt until well combined.

  3. 3

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Let the salad sit for 5 minutes so the flavors meld, then serve immediately. Add black pepper or cumin if you like.

Tools you’ll need

  • large bowl
  • small bowl
  • whisk
  • knife
  • cutting board

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