Smashed Chickpea Cheese Toast
This smashed chickpea toast is a quick, Mediterranean-inspired dish that turns simple ingredients into a flavorful, high-protein meal. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or busy weeknights, this easy chickpea toast recipe comes together in under 15 minutes with crusty bread, chickpeas, olive oil, and fresh toppings.
Creamy cheese adds richness, while the smashed chickpeas bring texture, making this chickpea toast both versatile and delicious.
How to Make
- 1.
Toast the Bread
Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Drizzle olive oil on both sides of the bread slices. Toast the bread in the skillet until golden brown on each side (about 1 minute per side). Set aside.
- 2.
Prepare the Skillet
Remove the skillet from heat briefly to cool, then return it to medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
- 3.
Cook Chickpeas & Veggies
Once the oil shimmers, add chickpeas, garlic, onions, and tomato. Season with salt, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4.
Mash the Chickpeas
Remove from heat and mash the chickpeas gently with the back of a fork or a potato masher.
- 5.
Assemble & Serve
Spread the smashed chickpeas on the toasted bread. Add a slice of hard-boiled egg and grate the Britannia The Laughing Cow Creamy Cheese Triangles on top of each piece. Garnish with fresh parsley and a final drizzle of olive oil. Serve warm.
Fun Facts About Smashed Chickpea Cheese Toast Recipe
- Chickpeas are often called the "meat of the poor" because they’re naturally high in protein and fibre, making this chickpea toast a wholesome
- The idea of smashed chickpeas on bread comes from Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines
- This chickpea toast recipe can be enjoyed as a vegetarian base but can also be topped with eggs, avocado, or even spicy chutneys for endless variations.