High Protein Smashed Avocado
Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this High Protein Smashed Avocado recipe—an energizing twist on a classic favorite that's packed with flavor and nutrition. Perfect for avocado toast lovers looking to up their protein intake, this recipe combines creamy smashed avocado with nutrient-rich chickpeas and velvety cottage cheese for a deliciously satisfying spread. Enhanced with a zesty splash of lemon juice, a drizzle of olive oil, fragrant garlic powder, and fresh cilantro, every bite bursts with fresh, vibrant taste. Toasted whole grain bread provides the perfect base, while sunflower seeds lend a delightful crunch and an extra boost of healthy fats. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy dish is ideal for meal prep or a wholesome on-the-go meal. If you’re seeking high-protein avocado toast ideas, this recipe is the ultimate combination of flavor and nutrition!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe avocado
- 0.5 cup cottage cheese
- 0.5 cup chickpeas
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds
Instructions
Start by cutting the ripe avocados in half, removing the pits, and scooping the flesh into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Mash the avocado with a fork until you achieve a somewhat smooth but still chunky consistency.
Drain and rinse the chickpeas. Add them to the bowl with the mashed avocado and gently mash them, leaving some whole for texture.
Add the cottage cheese to the mixture and combine until it's evenly mixed throughout.
Pour in the lemon juice and olive oil. Stir to incorporate.
Mix in the fresh cilantro, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Toast the slices of whole grain bread until golden brown.
Spread the smashed avocado mixture evenly over each slice of toasted bread.
Garnish with a sprinkle of sunflower seeds on top for added crunch and protein.
Serve immediately while the toast is still warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1323 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.8 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.0 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1927 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.0 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.9 g | 142% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.0 g | ||
| Protein | 44.0 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 295 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2348 mg | 50% | |
*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.
