Crispy Chickpea Tacos with Avocado Lime Sauce

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Crispy Chickpea Tacos with Avocado Lime Sauce

Welcome to today's recipe of the day! These Crispy Chickpea Tacos with Avocado Lime Sauce are a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is nourishing, vibrant, and utterly delicious!

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 small taco shells
• 1 ripe avocado
• Juice of 1 lime
• 2 tbsp plain yogurt
• 1/4 cup cilantro leaves
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup sliced red onion

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy.
4. While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the avocado lime sauce by blending avocado, lime juice, yogurt, and cilantro until smooth.
5. Warm the taco shells in the oven for the last 5 minutes of roasting chickpeas.
6. Assemble the tacos by spreading a spoonful of avocado lime sauce on each shell.
7. Add a layer of shredded lettuce, roasted chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
8. Drizzle with more avocado lime sauce if desired.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy your crispy chickpea tacos!