Florencia Baldini Last Updated on May 14, 2025This is one of those recipes that surprises you with how flavourful and satisfying it is—for something so simple. Inspired by Italian ingredients and built around fibre-rich chickpeas, this toast is perfect for when you want something nourishing, filling, and quick.
It’s made with just a few wholesome ingredients, comes together in minutes, and can be done with or without a blender. The chickpea mix is creamy, zesty, and full of flavour thanks to lemon, parmesan, basil, and a little kick from sriracha. Paired with avocado, sun-dried tomatoes, and good-quality sourdough, it’s a combo that feels both indulgent and good for you.
This is the kind of meal that keeps you full, gives you energy, and leaves you feeling great. Perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or even a post-workout snack. You’ll be making this one on repeat.
Tips
- No blender? No problem: Mash the chickpeas with a fork and finely chop the other ingredients. Still delicious, just takes a bit more time.
- Use good-quality sourdough: A hearty slice holds the toppings well and adds the perfect crunch.
- Don’t skip the lemon: It brightens the flavours and ties everything together.
- Adjust the spice to taste: If you’re not into heat, swap sriracha for a little Dijon or leave it out.
- Toast just before serving: Warm, crunchy toast makes all the difference.
- Make ahead: The chickpea mix can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days—and it tastes even better the next day.
Swaps
Parmesan: Swap with nutritional yeast or a little grated pecorino.
Sriracha: Swap with harissa, chilli flakes, or a dash of hot sauce.
Basil: Swap with fresh parsley or rocket leaves.
Almonds: Swap with walnuts, cashews, or sunflower seeds.
Mayo: Swap with Greek yoghurt, tahini, or olive oil.
Avocado: Swap with hummus.
Sourdough bread: Swap with wholemeal, rye, or gluten-free toast.
Storage
Chickpea mix:
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavours actually improve after a few hours as they meld together.
Assembled toast:
Best enjoyed fresh. Once the bread is toasted and the toppings are added, it’s not ideal for storing as the bread will go soggy.
You can prep the chickpea mix ahead and toast the bread + mash avocado just before serving for a speedy, fuss-free meal.
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Ingredients
For the chickpea mix
- ½ chickpeas
- 1 tsp oil
- 15 g grated Parmesan
- 1 tbsp mayo
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- handful of basil leaves
- 10 g almonds
- salt to taste
- Squeeze of 1/4 lemon
For the toast
- 1 small avocado
- 6 sundried tomatoes
- toasted sourdough bread
Instructions
- Add all the chickpea mix ingredients into a bowl and blend, partially and roughly(or add into a blender). *
- Mash the avocado on a toasted bread and add the chickpea mix.
- To finish off drizzle some more extra virgin olive oil.