Mashed Chickpea Salad - Cooking at Home with Spoons

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier while canola oil is budget-friendly.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onion

💰Cheaper: yellow onion

Green onion adds a milder flavor, while yellow onion is often less expensive.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed peas

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Mashed peas provide creaminess with fewer calories, while sour cream is a budget option.

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: edamame

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Edamame is a protein-rich alternative, while canned beans are often less expensive.

Start by adding 1 tablespoon of olive oil to a bowl.

Use a fork to mash the chickpeas until slightly chunky.

Add a couple tablespoons of parsley to the mixture.

Taste the mixture to see if it needs anything.

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