Better Than Tuna
Experience the ultimate plant-based twist on a classic with this "Better Than Tuna" recipe! Perfectly crafted with heart-healthy canned chickpeas as the base, this vegan tuna salad delivers all the satisfying texture and flavor of the original, without any seafood. Creamy vegan mayonnaise, zesty Dijon mustard, and a medley of fresh ingredients like celery, red onion, and dill pickles come together to create a savory, tangy, and crunchy filling that’s ideal for sandwiches, wraps, or salads. Optional seaweed flakes add a subtle ocean-like taste for an extra layer of authenticity. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy dish is perfect for meal prep or a light lunch. Packed with protein, brimming with flavor, and 100% plant-based, "Better Than Tuna" is a must-try for vegans and non-vegans alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 0.25 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 0.33 cup celery, finely diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon seaweed flakes (optional, for a seafood flavor)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas.
Using a fork or potato masher, mash the chickpeas until they are mostly broken down, leaving some chunks for texture.
Add the vegan mayonnaise, dijon mustard, celery, red onion, dill pickles, lemon juice, and (if using) the seaweed flakes.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Mix everything thoroughly until evenly combined.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more lemon juice for brightness or a pinch of salt if desired.
Serve immediately as a filling for sandwiches, wraps, or salads. Alternatively, refrigerate the mixture for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld further.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
26 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1183 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 16 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 109 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
