Chickpea & Avocado Toast**

 Here’s another quick and healthy dinner recipe: **Chickpea & Avocado Toast** ### Ingredients: - 1 slice whole grain or sourdough bread - ½ cup canned chickpeas (drained and mashed) - ½ avocado (mashed) - ½ teaspoon lemon juice - ¼ teaspoon black pepper - ¼ teaspoon salt - ½ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional) - 1 teaspoon olive oil - 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish) ### Instructions: 1. **Toast the bread**: Toast the whole grain bread until golden brown. 2. **Prepare the spread**: In a bowl, mix mashed chickpeas and avocado with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. 3. **Assemble the toast**: Spread the chickpea-avocado mixture on the toasted bread. 4. **Garnish & serve**: Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle red chili flakes and sesame seeds, and enjoy! **Ready in 10 minutes!** A protein-rich, fiber-packed, and heart-healthy meal. Enjoy!


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