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Smashed Chickpea, Avocado + Quinoa Lettuce Wraps

Smashed Chickpea, Avocado + Quinoa Lettuce Wraps

Appetizers
Course
Difficulty
Easy
Pulse Type
Chickpeas
Specialty Diet
Gluten-free
Nutrition
300 calories or less
Cook Time
10 minutes

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Ingredients

Servings:

  • 1 15 oz can chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium avocado
  • 1/4 cup quinoa cooked
  • 1/4 cup cilantro fresh, chopped
  • lime juice juice of half a lime
  • pinch salt sea
  • pepper cracked; to taste
  • 1 head lettuce boston bib or romaine
  • toppings optional: sliced cherry tomatoes, chopped cilantro, vegan sour cream/tahini

Instructions

  1. Add the chickpeas and avocado to a large bowl. Mash with a potato masher or fork until chickpeas are broken up and the avocado is creamy.
  2. Stir in quinoa, cilantro and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper, taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.
  3. Add into lettuce leaves and top with desired toppings.

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