Vegan Classic Tuna Sub
Satisfy your craving for a comforting sandwich with this Vegan Classic Tuna Sub, a plant-based twist on the traditional favorite! Instead of tuna, protein-packed chickpeas are mashed to mimic the texture of the classic filling and blended with zesty vegan mayo, tangy pickle relish, and Dijon mustard for a flavor-packed bite. Nutritional yeast and a dash of dill add a savory depth, while crunchy celery and red onion bring the perfect texture contrast. Nestled in a whole grain sub roll with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, this wholesome, 20-minute recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for lunch on the go or a casual dinner at home. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, or just looking for a healthier alternative, this sub will quickly become a go-to favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can canned chickpeas
- 3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 medium celery stalk
- 0.5 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons pickle relish
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon dill
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 large whole grain sub rolls
- 4 large lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.
Transfer the chickpeas to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Using a fork or potato masher, mash the chickpeas until they are mostly broken up. Some whole pieces are fine for texture.
Finely dice the celery stalk and red onion, and add them to the chickpeas.
Add the vegan mayonnaise, dijon mustard, pickle relish, lemon juice, nutitional yeast, dill, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt to the chickpea mixture.
Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
Slice the tomato into thin rounds and set aside.
Slice open the whole grain sub rolls and lightly toast them if desired.
Place two large lettuce leaves on the bottom half of each sub roll.
Evenly divide the chickpea mixture and spoon it over the lettuce on each sub roll.
Top with tomato slices and cover with the top half of the sub rolls.
Serve immediately or wrap in parchment paper for a portable meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1158 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 6994 mg | 304% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 198.3 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.5 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.4 g | ||
| Protein | 43.7 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1740 mg | 37% | |
*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.
