Chickpea Salad with Avocado Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 ripe avocado
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt to taste
• Pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, and red onion
2. In a blender, combine the avocado, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper
3. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding water if needed to reach desired consistency
4. Pour the avocado dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary
6. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving
7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for flavors to meld