Mediterranean Chickpea Bowls

Ingredients

• •2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• •1 medium cucumber, diced
• •1 ripe avocado, diced
• •1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• •1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• •1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• •3 tbsp olive oil
• •2 tbsp lemon juice
• •1 tsp garlic powder
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •1/2 tsp paprika (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large skillet over medium heat, add the drained chickpeas.

2. 2

   Season the chickpeas with garlic powder, paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until they begin to warm through and slightly crisp up.

3. 3

   While the chickpeas are cooking, prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumber, avocado, and halve the cherry tomatoes.

4. 4

   In a bowl, combine the warm chickpeas, cucumber, avocado, cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and parsley.

5. 5

   In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to combine.

6. 6

   Serve the Mediterranean chickpea bowls warm, garnished with additional parsley if desired.