This recipe is rich in fiber, protein, calcium and it has a low glycemic index (this will help to stabilize your blood sugars and keep you fuller for longer). It is such a healthy recipe as you can top it with extra goodness! Just like an open-style sandwich. It just can’t get better than that! In Scandinavia, it is standard to eat open-style sandwiches. 

This recipe is free from dairy, wheat and gluten, soya, egg, and nuts. Such a perfect recipe for the whole family, any time of the day (except breakfast perhaps). 🙂

You need:

200g dried chickpeas soaked in water and 1 tsp baking soda overnight

2 tbsp olive oil

2 garlic cloves

1 large onion

1 tbsp sesame seeds

1 tsp baking powder

Fresh parsley

Method:

  1. Wash the chickpeas and add to a blender with the olive oil and blitz together until you have a smooth-is texture and set aside.
  2. Blitz the onion and garlic and parsley and add the mixture to the chickpeas.
  3. Add the baking powder and combine the mixture well.
  4. Line a baking tray with baking paper.
  5. Fold the mixture into balls and press it down on the making paper using your hands to create a flat round shape.
  6. Bake in the oven at 180C for 30 min or until the edges are slightly crisp.
  7. Allow to cool for at least 15 min before you add your toppings.

Toppings:

  • Hummus and avocado
  • Cashew cheese and cucumber
  • Cream cheese and salmon

Add anything you love, there are no rules to what you can add to these healthy flatbreads. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do.


Tell others what toppings you’ve added. Comment below!

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