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Chickpea Aguachile Verde (Aguachile de Garbanzo)

Chickpea Aguachile Verde: A zesty vegan twist on tradition

Chickpea Aguachile Verde is a refreshing vegan appetizer bursting with zesty lime and vibrant flavors, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cans Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 medium Roma Tomatoes diced
  • 1 large Cucumber diced
  • 0.5 medium Red Onion diced
  • 1 cup Green Leaf Lettuce shredded
For the Heat
  • 2 medium Serrano Peppers minced
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro chopped
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or coconut aminos
  • 1 tablespoon Nori Sheets ground into powder

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • fork
  • Blender
  • Plastic wrap

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by draining and rinsing two cans of chickpeas thoroughly under cold water to remove excess sodium. In a large mixing bowl, use a fork to gently mash the chickpeas until they're roughly broken down yet still chunky, about 2–3 minutes.
  2. Next, add diced red onion, chopped Roma tomatoes, diced cucumber, and shredded green leaf lettuce to the mashed chickpeas. Toss in minced serrano peppers and chopped cilantro. Gently toss the mixture together.
  3. For the marinade, blend together lime juice, minced garlic, soy sauce, and any remaining cilantro and serrano peppers. Process until the mixture is smooth.
  4. Pour the marinade over the chickpea mixture and add a sprinkle of ground nori powder if using. Stir everything together gently and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  5. To serve, spread a layer of vegan mayo onto crispy corn tostadas, spooning the marinated Chickpea Aguachile Verde on top, and garnish with avocado slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas are well-drained for the best consistency. Adjust spice levels by deseeding serrano peppers, and use fresh lime juice for the best flavor.

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