What are garbanzo beans?
Garbanzo beans, also known as chickpeas, are a type of legume (class of vegetables) that originated in Turkey. They have a nutty and grainy texture and taste. This type of bean continues to be a versatile and nutritious source in all sorts of dishes.
Chickpeas hold a dense nutrition profile – a great source of protein, fiber, and various vitamins and minerals (especially manganese and vitamin B9). Nonetheless, its composition gives you lots of energy and keeps you full and satisfied.
How to Use
Chickpeas take little to no effort to use. When opening the can, the first task is to drain and rinse the beans. After doing so, you can use it raw (add it to a salad or blend it up and make hummus) or cook it on the stovetop or microwave. However you choose to prepare it, it will be a delicious addition to your meal! Let’s explore a recipe that allows you to use it straight from the can.
Smashed Avocado & Chickpea Sandwich
Serving Size: 3
- 1 can Garbanzo Beans
- Choice of bread
- 1 1/2 Tomatoes
- 3 Small Avocados
- Sprouts and Spinach, amount as desired
- 1/2 Onion
- 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Prepare your vegetables (spinach, tomato, cilantro, sprouts, and chickpeas) by soaking, draining, and rinsing them. Make sure to dry it before assembling your dish.
- Dice your tomatoes and onions. Chop your cilantro.
- Grab one large mixing bowl and add your ingredients to the bowl.
- Begin by smashing the avocado and then mixing all ingredients together.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Toast bread
- Start assembling the sandwich!
- Add sprouts and spinach as a base before adding your mix
- Add spinach and sprouts as the top layer and add another layer of the mixture.
- Close and cut the sandwich in half.
- Enjoy!
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