MAKES 4 CUPS
INGREDIENTS
• 8 (6-inch) pita breads, cut into quarters
• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 avocado, peeled and pitted
• 2 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped (about 2 cups)
• 4 stalks scallions, white and green parts, finely diced (about 1 cup)
• ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
• 1 jalapeño, deseeded and finely chopped (about 2 tablespoons)
• ¼ cup lime juice (from 2 to 3 limes)
• Sea salt and freshly ground white pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Place the chickpeas and avocado in a mixing bowl, and coarsely mash them with the back of a spoon or a potato masher. Be sure to leave them coarse.
3. Add the tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt and pepper to taste.
4. Mix well and adjust the seasoning. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
5. Place the sliced pita bread on the baking tray, and bake for 7-10 minutes or until crispy, turning halfway.
6. Serve the warm bread with the dip.
Store the dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. You can also store the toasted pita in an airtight container for up to a week.