Smoky Chickpea and Rice Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 0.75 cup cup long-grain white rice
• 2 tbsp tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp tsp chili powder
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 lime
• 0.25 cup cup fresh cilantro, chopped(optional)
• 2 tbsp tbsp pickled jalapenos(optional)
• 0.5 tsp tsp salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook the rice according to package directions.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.

3. 3

   Add chickpeas, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and salt. Cook 8-10 minutes, pressing lightly to crisp some chickpeas.

4. 4

   Divide rice between two bowls and top with spiced chickpeas.

5. 5

   Add avocado slices, pickled jalapenos, and cilantro. Squeeze lime over each bowl and serve.