Vegan Avocado and Chickpea Breakfast Sandwich
A hearty, plant-based breakfast sandwich loaded with chickpeas, creamy avocado, and fresh veggies, all packed between crispy, toasted bread.
Ingredients
For the Chickpea Mash:
- ½ cup canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
- ½ avocado ripe, for max creaminess
- ½ tbsp lemon juice for that zing
- ¼ tsp garlic powder because flavor matters
- ¼ tsp salt season like you mean it
- ⅛ tsp black pepper for a little kick
For the Sandwich:
- 4 slices whole-grain bread toasted to crispy perfection
- ¼ cup shredded carrots for crunch
- ½ cup baby spinach for that green boost
- 2 tbsp hummus optional but highly recommended
Instructions
- Mash chickpeas and avocado in a bowl until mostly smooth.
- Stir in lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Toast bread until golden and crispy.
- Spread hummus on two slices of bread (if using).
- Layer chickpea-avocado mash on top.
- Add shredded carrots and spinach for extra crunch and freshness.
- Close the sandwich with the remaining toasted bread slices.
- Slice in half and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~310
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Folate: 25% DV
- Iron: 12% DV
- Vitamin A: 18% DV
- Magnesium: 14% DV
- Potassium: 20% DV
Additional Notes & Tips
- Want more flavor? Add red onion or sun-dried tomatoes.
- Need extra protein? Throw in some tempeh bacon.
- Like it spicy? Add hot sauce or red pepper flakes.
- Gluten-free? Swap for GF bread or a collard wrap.