Avocado Halves Stuffed with Avocado, Nuts and Chickpeas

Enjoy a healthy, flavorful meal with avocado halves stuffed with a mix of creamy avocado, crunchy nuts, and hearty chickpeas. Perfect for a quick, nutritious snack!

Avocado halves stuffed with avocado, nuts, and chickpeas make for a delicious and healthy meal. Start with a ripe avocado, cut it in half, and remove the pit. With the tasty avocado flesh, scoop it out and mix it with a blend of crunchy nuts and hearty chickpeas. This combination creates a satisfying mixture with a variety of textures.

Once your mixture is ready, simply fill the empty avocado shells with this delightful stuffing. The creamy avocado melds perfectly with the nuts' crunch and the chickpeas' wholesome bite, creating a harmony of flavors and textures that excites the taste buds.

Not only is this meal incredibly tasty but it's also packed with nutrients. Avocados are rich in healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals, while nuts and chickpeas add protein and fiber. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack, a light lunch, or even a unique appetizer for a get-together, these stuffed avocado halves will impress and satisfy you.

Adding a touch of seasoning can elevate this dish even further.

Adding a touch of seasoning can elevate this dish even further. A sprinkle of salt and pepper enhances the natural flavors, while a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice adds a refreshing zing that balances the richness of the avocado. You could also experiment with some herbs, such as cilantro or parsley, to introduce a fragrant, herbal note. This simple yet nutritious meal is not only visually appealing, with its vibrant green hue and textured filling, but it's also incredibly easy to prepare. Perfect for those times when you want something wholesome and delicious without spending too much time in the kitchen. Enjoying these stuffed avocado halves is a wonderful way to savor a blend of natural, fresh ingredients that leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.

Here are the prep time, cooking time, and serving yield for Avocado Halves Stuffed with Avocado, Nuts, and Chickpeas:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 0 minutes (no cooking required)
• Servings Yield: 4 servings (assuming each avocado half is one serving)

INGREDIENTS

Here's a list of ingredients you'll need to make delicious and healthy Avocado Halves Stuffed with Avocado, Nuts, and Chickpeas:

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados (1 for halving, 1 for mixing)
• ½ cup cooked chickpeas (canned or freshly cooked)
• ¼ cup mixed nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, and pecans), chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon or lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

DIRECTIONS

Instructions:

1. Cut both avocados in half and remove the pits. Set aside the halves of one avocado for stuffing.
2. Scoop out the flesh from the other avocado into a mixing bowl.
3. Add the chickpeas and chopped nuts to the bowl with the avocado flesh.
4. Drizzle with lemon or lime juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Mix everything together until well combined.
6. Spoon the mixture into the empty avocado shells.
7. If desired, sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley.

Enjoy your healthy and tasty Avocado Halves Stuffed with Avocado, Nuts, and Chickpeas!

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