Step-by-Step

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

1. Start by hard-boiling the eggs. Place the eggs in a saucepan, cover them with water, and bring to a gentle boil. Once boiling, turn off the heat, cover the pan, and let the eggs sit for 10–12 minutes.

2. Immediately transfer the eggs into a bowl of ice water to cool them down quickly and make peeling easier. Once cooled, peel the eggs and quarter them into wedges for easy mixing later.

Step 2: Dice and Chop the Fresh Ingredients

1. While the eggs are cooking and cooling, prepare the vegetables. Dice the ripe avocados into bite-sized cubes, dice the cucumber for a refreshing crunch, and finely chop the red onion for a slight tang.

2. Halve the cherry tomatoes to release their sweet juices and rinse and drain the chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess sodium and improve texture.

Step 3: Make the Dressing

1. In a small bowl, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, grated lemon zest, olive oil, salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a gentle kick of heat.

2. Whisk everything together until the dressing emulsifies into a golden, fragrant vinaigrette that’s bright and lively.

Step 4: Assemble the Salad

1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the diced avocado, quartered eggs, chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely chopped red onion.

2. Drizzle the lemon-herb dressing generously over the salad, ensuring each ingredient is kissed with that sunny, zesty flavor.

Step 5: Mix the Salad

1. Using a large spoon or salad tongs, gently toss the salad just enough to coat all the ingredients evenly without breaking the avocado or eggs too much.

2. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired to enhance the bright, fresh flavors.

Step 6: Garnish and Serve

1. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley or cilantro across the top for a burst of color and a final herbaceous note.

2. Serve immediately for the freshest taste or refrigerate the salad for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to mingle and deepen beautifully.