Garbanzo Guacamole

Elevate your guacamole game with this vibrant and protein-packed twist—Garbanzo Guacamole! This creamy mash-up combines the buttery richness of ripe avocados with the hearty texture of garbanzo beans (chickpeas) for a filling and nutritious dip that's perfect for any occasion. Fresh lime juice and a hint of garlic enhance its zesty flavor, while chopped cilantro, red onion, and juicy cherry tomatoes add bursts of color and freshness. For a spicy kick, dice up a jalapeño, or keep it mild and let the optional ground cumin infuse a subtle earthiness. With a quick 15-minute prep time, this versatile guac is ideal as a dip for tortilla chips, a spread for toast, or a topping for tacos and salads. It's a deliciously irresistible blend you'll want to make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole Avocados
• 1 cup Canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 whole Jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely diced (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cumin (optional)
• 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes, diced
• 0.25 cup Red onion, finely diced

Directions

Step 1

Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the rinsed and drained garbanzo beans to the bowl with the avocados.

Step 3

Using a fork or potato masher, mash the avocados and garbanzo beans together until they are well combined but still slightly chunky. If you prefer a smoother texture, use a food processor for this step.

Step 4

Stir in the fresh lime juice and minced garlic to the avocado and garbanzo mixture.

Step 5

Mix in the chopped cilantro, diced jalapeño (if using), salt, and ground cumin (if using). Taste and adjust the salt and lime juice to your preference.

Step 6

Fold in the diced cherry tomatoes and red onion until evenly combined.

Step 7

Serve immediately with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or as a topping for tacos, toast, or salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	839.4 grams (839.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1091

Total Fat 64.60g	83%
Saturated Fat 9.00g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1623mg	71%
Total Carbohydrate 112.60g	41%
Dietary Fiber 46.80g	167%
Total Sugars 19.50g
Protein 31.70g	63%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202mg	16%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 3041mg	65%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.2%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 38.9%