This Green Olive and Smashed Chickpea Spread makes the perfect spread for sandwiches, wraps, or stuffed into a lettuce leaf for a wholly satisfying, protein and flavor-filled lunch
Green Olive and Smashed Chickpea Spread
You guys, this green olive and smashed chickpea spread seriously makes the most satisfying lunch!
Around here, by the time it gets to lunch, I am usually ready to eat someone’s arm.
Although breakfast tends to be my favorite meal of the day (see here and here), it takes me so long to ‘wake-up’ and be ready to eat, that we are usually heading on our adventure for the day when my belly is finally ready.
So I nibble, and make up for it at lunch.
I have noticed smashed chickpeas on a lot of menus lately, but I figured the kids wouldn’t eat them, and as they tend to share our food, I never order them (I don't like to have to do the whole bribing cajoling them to eat lunch thing in public).
So today, my toddler once again requested peanut butter sandwiches for lunch.
I took this as my opportunity to make something new for myself, as they were happily munching down their PB.
Can I just say YUM!
This Green Olive and Smashed Chickpea Spread is my new favourite lunch (it changes often 🙂 ).
Packed full of protein and so, so filling.
Seriously, I had one salad and smashed chickpea sandwich, and I was full to bursting.
And I eat a lot.
Oh and be sure to try it on the kids.
I didn’t offer it to mine, as I assumed it wouldn’t be well received….of course they both wanted some, and the littlest ended up eating it by the spoonful!
It's super quick to put together as well, which is quite handy when the lunchtime rush rolls around, and everyone is acting all starved and crazy.
Let me know what you think.
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Happy eating 🙂
Recipe
Green Olive and Smashed Chickpea Spread
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Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas drained
- ¼ cup green olives pitted and finely chopped
- ½ small red onion finely chopped
- ½ tomato finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic crushed
- ¼ cup finely chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl mash the chickpeas with the back of a fork, or a potato masher. Chickpeas should be quite smooth, with a few chunky bits left in there1 can chickpeas
- Add in all other ingredients, and mix well to combine¼ cup green olives, ½ small red onion, ½ tomato, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 clove garlic, ¼ cup finely chopped parsley, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon dried thyme, ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika, salt and pepper to taste
- Serve in a sandwich or wrap, stuffed into an endive or lettuce leaf, or even as a dip with some crackers
Kimberly Bonham says
Yummy! This looks so good!
Rebekah says
What an interesting combination of flavors...I'll definitely have to give this a try!
Whole Food Bellies says
I admit, they do kind of sound random - but they work, trust me 🙂
Kristen @ A Mind Full Mom says
This is totally yum! I think I would find it fabulous on a meditteranean veggie sandwich as well as with crackers and veggies. Move over plain hummus!
Whole Food Bellies says
Yum, it would be delicious with some med veggies, now that you mention it!! I will be trying that next time I make some 🙂
Sinziana says
Nom Nom Nom....this looks like a tasty recipe! I rated it with 5 stars and also saved on Yummly!
Whole Food Bellies says
Oh thanks so much Sinziana! How great is yummly!!
Brittany says
This looks so easy and tasty! It could be used in so many dishes. Thanks for sharing!
Whole Food Bellies says
Super easy Brittany 🙂
Sarah Noel says
This looks so good! And it's probably good for your skin. Double points.
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Whole Food Bellies says
I didn't actually think about the skin benefits - I will have to look into that! Thanks Sarah 🙂
Christine | Vermilion Roots says
Chickpeas and olives are two of my favorite things. Thanks for putting them together in one bowl! 🙂
Whole Food Bellies says
Haha you are very welcome Christine 🙂 I am totally addicted to both ingredients as well!
Yona Williams says
I just Pinned this recipe because not only is it visually attractive, but I love chickpeas. I think that a chickpea and olive blend would taste delicious. And, the protein is a welcomed bonus.
Whole Food Bellies says
Oh thank you so much Yona! It does taste delicious 🙂 We are always looking for that protein hit as well, as we try not to eat too much meat.
Joanna says
I bet this is declicious and that the olives add a great salty bite to he chickpeas. Yum! Will be trying:)
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Joanna - yeah that saltiness - love it 🙂
lexie says
WOW this seriously looks so delicious! I am currently 8 months pregnant and I wish I could come eat all of the food you make lol!!!
Whole Food Bellies says
Haha oh I know what thats like Lexie 🙂 I ate sooo much when I was pregnant - just wish someone else had been doing the cooking for me! Good luck with the last couple of weeks 🙂
Kirsten says
This recipe looks really good. I'm always looking for new foods to try and this would definitely be one I would want to taste. I am a big fan of hummus too. Double yum.
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Kirsten! Yeah it's not too big of a step away from hummus, but the olives and the chunky texture make it great as a filling for a sandwich, rather than just a thin layer, like you would do with hummus.
Stacey says
I need to try this! Looks like I can make up a batch and use it over a couple of days. Perfect for me packing my lunch to work.
Whole Food Bellies says
Definitely Stacey! I made up a big batch, and used it in various ways over 3 days. Doesnt make for soggy sandwiches, so perfect for work 🙂
alexandria waning says
I looooove this. And I love that it's quick and easy. I like the Sabra olive hummus. Mmmmm.
Whole Food Bellies says
We enjoy the Sabra hummus here too - like a ridiculous amount 🙂 My daughter is gross and eats it straight from the tub when she thinks I'm not looking...
Lori says
It's like a fancier version of hoummus! Great idea!
Whole Food Bellies says
Haha thats a good way of looking at it Lori 🙂 It's chunkier, but still has all those yummy flavours you will find in hummus!
jamie says
Pinned! This recipe sounds delicious... I love the simplicity of some endive leaves and a spread for lunch.
As a vegetarian for 27 years, I've found that chickpeas are an awesome addition to my diet. They definitely do fill you up quickly and they're so yummy and versatile.
Whole Food Bellies says
Congrats on being vegetarian for 27 years!! Chickpeas are fantastic, we go through so many - plus the kids love them, which is always a huge bonus 🙂
Debra says
I love these flavors! This looks fantastic!
Whole Food Bellies says
Thanks Debra 🙂
Logan Can says
This recipe looks amazing! I love chickpeas! Especially in hummus. I bet this tastes great!
Whole Food Bellies says
Oh hummus is a staple around here too 🙂 We are slightly addicted
Erin Smith says
Looks really good, plus it would keep me full for hours -- win win!
Whole Food Bellies says
Haha, I am always looking for foods that keep me full for ages, otherwise I become a ridiculous snacker 🙂
Jaclyn says
Those lettuce wraps look delicious! I love that your toddler tried it and liked it!
Whole Food Bellies says
Oh I know, I was shocked! I can never guess what they will and will not eat these days...but at least they will try everything once 🙂
Michelle says
This looks really good, thanks for sharing!!!
Whole Food Bellies says
🙂 very welcome