Pin Recipe A vibrant nourishing spin on classic avocado toast creamy avocado zesty chickpeas and fresh herbs atop rustic bread. Stylish satisfying and budget-friendly.
I love using this recipe as a go-to for a fast breakfast or light meal. The combo of creamy avocado bright lemon chickpeas and fresh herbs always feels refreshing and makes simple bread feel special.
Ingredients
- Rustic whole grain or sourdough bread: 2 large slices
- Ripe avocado: 1
- Canned chickpeas: 1/2 cup (80 g), drained and rinsed
- Extra virgin olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Lemon zest: 1/2 tsp
- Fresh lemon juice: 1 tbsp
- Smoked paprika: 1/4 tsp
- Sea salt: 1/4 tsp
- Black pepper: freshly ground, to taste
- Fresh parsley: 2 tbsp, chopped
- Fresh chives: 1 tbsp, chopped
- Fresh dill: 1 tbsp, chopped (optional)
- Red chili or chili flakes: 1/2 small or pinch (optional)
- Toasted seeds: 1 tbsp, e.g. pumpkin or sunflower, for topping
Instructions
- Toast Bread:
- Toast bread slices to your desired level of crispness.
- Prepare Chickpea Mixture:
- In a small bowl lightly mash the chickpeas with a fork leaving some texture. Mix in olive oil lemon zest lemon juice smoked paprika salt and black pepper.
- Mash Avocado:
- Halve and pit the avocado. Scoop flesh into a bowl and mash until mostly smooth. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- Assemble Base:
- Spread mashed avocado evenly onto the toasted bread.
- Add Chickpea Layer:
- Spoon the chickpea mixture over the avocado layer.
- Add Garnish:
- Sprinkle generously with chopped parsley chives dill and chili (if using).
- Finish and Serve:
- Top with toasted seeds for crunch. Serve immediately.
Pin Recipe Sharing this avocado toast with my sister on Sunday mornings has become a little tradition. We experiment with herbs and toppings and it always brings a fun start to the day.
Make It Your Way
Try swapping in cilantro basil or mint for a different herb profile or add sliced radishes cucumber ribbons or microgreens for more color and crunch.
Serving Suggestions
This toast pairs especially well with a crisp white wine or a cold-brew coffee. For extra protein top with a poached egg for a vegetarian upgrade.
Nutrition Highlights
Each serving delivers about 320 calories 17 g fat 35 g carbs and 8 g protein making this a balanced meal or snack.
Pin Recipe This easy toast is ready in minutes and makes nourishing use of pantry staples for any time of day.
Recipe FAQs
- → What bread works best for this dish?
Rustic whole grain or sourdough bread are preferred for their texture and flavor, but gluten-free options can be used as needed.
- → How do I prepare the chickpea mixture?
Lightly mash drained chickpeas and mix with olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for a zesty, textured topping.
- → Can I customize the herbs used?
Yes, parsley, chives, and dill are suggested, but swapping in cilantro, basil, or mint offers varied fresh herbal notes.
- → Is there a way to add extra crunch?
Toasted seeds like pumpkin or sunflower add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to the toast.
- → Can this be made spicier?
Adding a small red chili or a pinch of chili flakes introduces a gentle heat to complement the fresh flavors.
- → What beverages pair well with this dish?
A crisp white wine or a glass of cold-brew coffee enhances the fresh and vibrant flavors of the toast.