Protein-Packed Chickpea Salad with Tuna & Avocado: Fresh, Filling & Fuss-Free

This hearty chickpea salad is everything a weekday lunch should be. Quick to make, naturally nourishing, and full of colour. With tuna, ripe avocado and a handful of fresh veg, it’s packed with protein, fibre and healthy fats to keep you feeling full without the afternoon slump.

Our dried chickpeas are carefully sourced and packed here on the farm. Once cooked, they hold their shape beautifully — ideal for salads like this one.

Chickpea, Tuna & Avocado Salad (Serves 2–3)

Ingredients:

1½ cups of cooked chickpeas (or 1 tin, drained and rinsed)

1 tin of tuna in olive oil or spring water, drained

1 ripe avocado, cubed

1 small red onion, finely sliced

½ a red or yellow pepper, chopped

1 medium tomato, chopped

The juice of ½ a lemon

1 tbsp of olive oil

Salt & black pepper to taste

Method:

First, cook the chickpeas - rinse, soak in cold water for at least 8 hours. Drain, rinse again, and place in a large pan with plenty of fresh water. Bring to the boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 1 to 1½ hours, or until tender. Drain and cool.

In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, tuna, avocado, onion, pepper and tomato.

Add lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper.

Toss gently, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.

Serve immediately or chill for later — it's just as good the next day.

Why Chickpeas?

Chickpeas bring protein, fibre and a satisfying texture to meals without needing to rely on bread or pasta. They pair perfectly with tuna and avocado for a quick lunch that feels fresh, not heavy.

Shop Dried Chickpeas

Carefully sourced and packed on-farm in small batches. Our chickpeas are ideal for salads, stews, hummus, and batch cooking.