I love a good smashed chickpea and olive recipe - and this loaded sandwich totally hits the spot! Vegan, gluten free, and high in protein. This makes a great lunch, or even a light breakfast or snack. Delicious smashed chickpeas on homemade sourdough bread, loaded with fresh crunchy vegetables and briny olives!
In a bowl, add the canned chickpeas and both types of olives. Mash with a fork until the chickpeas and olives become reduced into a paste. Stir in the roasted red pepper and parsley, stir well to combine. Add black pepper to taste.
Toast a slice of bread or a bagel, and top with the chickpea Olive smash. Sprinkle fresh parsley, add sliced tomato, or pile on bean sprouts before enjoying.