Description
Elevate your Taco Tuesday with these Flavorful Chickpea Avocado Tacos, a delightful fusion of creamy avocado and hearty chickpeas, finished with zesty lime and fresh cilantro. These vibrant tacos are not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrition, making them perfect for any weeknight meal or casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 ripe avocados
- 4 taco shells (corn or flour)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas thoroughly.
- In a bowl, mash the avocados until creamy but chunky; mix in lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, combine chickpeas with cumin and paprika; toss to coat.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat; sauté seasoned chickpeas for about 5 minutes until warm and slightly crispy.
- Assemble the tacos by filling shells with mashed avocado followed by sautéed chickpeas. Top with chopped cilantro.
- Serve immediately with extra lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg