Avocado and Chickpea Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing

This vibrant salad combines creamy avocado with protein-packed chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. It's a delightful blend of textures and flavors, offering a satisfying, nutritious option for lunch or dinner. Perfectly balanced for a healthy diet, it's also vegan and gluten-free, making it accessible for various dietary needs.

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine, being careful not to mash the avocado.
4. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.