1/2 cup yellow or orange bell pepper, or jarred roasted pepper diced

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4 ripe, Fresh California Avocado, seeded and diced

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1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice

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1/2 tsp. freshly grated lime zest

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2 cloves garlic chopped

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1/2 tsp. ground cumin

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1/2 tsp. ground coriander

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1/2 tsp. ground sumac

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1 tsp. ground Aleppo pepper plus a sprinkle for garnish

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1/4 cup chick peas (garbanzos) divided

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1/2 tsp. sea salt or to taste

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*Large avocados are recommended for this recipe. A large avocado averages about 8 ounces. If using smaller or larger size avocados adjust the quantity accordingly.

Peak California Avocado season generally is spring-summer. Look for California on the label to ensure you are selecting fresh avocados grown close to home. For more recipes visit CaliforniaAvocado.com/recipes.