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Smashed Chickpeas on Toast With Harissa Yogurt

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Bright and herby smashed chickpeas get spooned on garlicky toast that’s been smoothed with harissa yogurt to make the perfect vegetarian tartine.

Ingredients

4 servings

1

large shallot, finely chopped

1

tsp. finely grated lemon zest

¼

cup fresh lemon juice

2

small garlic cloves, divided

2

15.5-oz. cans chickpeas, rinsed

2

celery stalks, finely chopped, plus tender celery heart leaves for serving

½

cup chopped cilantro, plus sprigs for serving

1

Tbsp. finely chopped peperoncini, plus more thinly sliced for serving

¼

cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Kosher salt

4

slices country-style bread, toasted

1

cup plain whole-milk Greek yogurt

4

tsp. harissa paste
Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine shallot, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a large bowl. Finely grate 1 garlic clove into bowl, then toss to combine. Let sit 5 minutes.

    Step 2

    Add chickpeas to shallot mixture and smash with a potato masher or wooden spoon until some of the chickpeas are broken into smaller pieces. Add chopped celery, chopped cilantro, finely chopped peperoncini, and ¼ cup oil and toss to combine; season with salt.

    Step 3

    Rub one side of toasts with remaining garlic clove; drizzle with oil and season with salt. Spread yogurt over and spoon 1 tsp. harissa on top of each. Using a small spoon, swirl harissa into yogurt to incorporate slightly and marble.

    Step 4

    Divide chickpea mixture among toasts (you may have some leftover depending on the size of your bread). Top with celery leaves, cilantro sprigs, and sliced peperoncini. Drizzle with more oil; season with salt and pepper.

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