Chicpea Salad Sandwiches
Transform your lunchtime routine with these delicious and easy Chickpea Salad Sandwiches—a satisfying, protein-packed option that's perfect for vegans and non-vegans alike! This quick, 15-minute recipe combines tender mashed chickpeas with creamy vegan mayo, tangy Dijon mustard, and bright pops of flavor from finely chopped celery, red onion, dill pickles, and fresh parsley. A splash of lemon juice adds a refreshing zest, while perfectly toasted whole grain bread, crisp lettuce, and juicy tomato slices bring it all together for a wholesome and hearty meal. Ideal for meal prep or a quick bite, these sandwiches are loaded with plant-based goodness, making them a great choice for healthy eating. Get ready to fall in love with this flavorful, no-cook recipe that’s as easy as it is satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise (or regular mayonnaise)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 stalk celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons dill pickles, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 8 slices whole grain sandwich bread slices
- 4 leaves lettuce leaves
- 4 slices sliced tomato
Instructions
Place the drained and rinsed chickpeas into a large mixing bowl.
Using a fork or potato masher, mash the chickpeas until they are mostly broken down but still have some texture.
Add the vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, finely chopped celery, red onion, dill pickles, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and fresh parsley to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas.
Stir everything together until well combined and the mixture reaches a spreadable consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Toast the sandwich bread slices if desired.
Place a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato on one slice of bread for each sandwich.
Spread a generous amount of the chickpea salad mixture over the lettuce and tomato.
Top with another slice of bread to complete the sandwich. Repeat for the remaining sandwiches.
Cut each sandwich in half and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.4 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 838 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.1 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 104 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 352 mg | 7% | |
*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.
