Ensalada de garbanzos y aguacate

A fresh, plant-based twist on classic tuna salad, featuring creamy avocados filled with a zesty, protein-packed chickpea mixture. This dish is perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, offering a satisfying combination of textures and flavors in every bite.

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Using simple ingredients like canned chickpeas and creamy vegan mayonnaise, this recipe transforms the traditional heavy salad into a light, refreshing meal that highlights the richness of ripe avocados.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup (60 g) vegan mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 small celery stalk, finely diced
• 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons dill pickles, finely chopped
• 2 teaspoons capers, drained and roughly chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large ripe avocados, halved and pitted
• Optional: mixed salad greens, lemon wedges

Instructions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly broken down, leaving some texture.

Step 2

Add the vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery, red onion, dill pickles, capers, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.

Step 3

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 4

Cut the avocados in half and remove the pits. Scoop out a little extra flesh from the center to make a larger cavity, if desired.

Step 5

Fill each avocado half generously with the chickpea tuna salad.

Step 6

Serve immediately over mixed greens with lemon wedges on the side.

Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung

To prevent browning, brush avocado halves with lemon juice before filling. Using a potato masher makes mashing the chickpeas faster and more efficient.

Varianten und Anpassungen

For a non-vegan version, regular mayonnaise can be used. You can also add a pinch of smoked paprika or nori flakes for a more sea-like flavor.

Serviervorschläge

Serve the stuffed avocados over a bed of mixed salad greens or with a side of crusty bread or crackers for a heartier meal.

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This easy Chickpea Tuna Salad Stuffed Avocado is a nutritional powerhouse, providing 7g of protein and 18g of healthy fats per serving. Enjoy this simple and vibrant dish whenever you need a quick, wholesome meal.

Preguntas frecuentes sobre recetas

→ ¿Cómo lograr una textura ideal para el relleno?

Machaca los garbanzos hasta obtener una consistencia ligeramente espesa con algunos trozos para mantener textura y evitar que quede muy pastoso.

→ ¿Puedo usar otros tipos de aguacate?

Es preferible utilizar aguacates maduros y cremosos para facilitar el relleno y potenciar el sabor, aunque puedes experimentar con diferentes variedades.

→ ¿Qué alternativas existen para dar ese sabor 'marino' sin atún?

Incorpora alcaparras, pickle de eneldo y un toque de mostaza Dijon para aportar frescura y un ligero sabor inspirado en el mar.

→ ¿Cómo evitar que el aguacate se oscurezca después de rellenarlo?

Pincela la superficie con un poco de jugo de limón para retrasar la oxidación y mantener el color verde vibrante.

→ ¿Qué acompañamientos son recomendables para servir junto?

Sirve los aguacates rellenos sobre una cama de hojas verdes frescas o con pan crujiente para complementar la textura y los sabores.