Vegetarian Classic Tuna Baguette
Savor the irresistible charm of the Vegetarian Classic Tuna Baguette, a plant-based twist on a deli favorite that’s sure to win hearts and taste buds alike. This recipe transforms nutrient-packed chickpeas into a creamy, protein-rich "tuna" salad, enhanced by briny capers, tangy Dijon mustard, and the ocean-inspired flavor of nori. Packed into a crusty baguette and layered with crisp romaine lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and refreshing cucumber, this sandwich delivers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ready in just 15 minutes and entirely meat-free, it’s ideal for anyone seeking a quick and satisfying vegetarian lunch or dinner. Perfectly portable and undeniably delicious, this vegan tuna sandwich is your new go-to for guilt-free indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 piece celery stalk
- 0.25 small red onion
- 1 tablespoon capers
- 0.5 piece nori sheet
- 0.5 medium cucumber
- 1 medium tomato
- 2 leaves romaine lettuce
- 1 medium baguette
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Place them in a large bowl and mash roughly using a fork or a potato masher, until majority are broken but some pieces remain for texture.
Finely chop the celery stalk and red onion. Add them to the mashed chickpeas.
Add mayonnaise, dijon mustard, lemon juice, capers, salt, and black pepper to the chickpea mixture. Stir well to combine.
Cut the nori sheet into small strips and mix into the chickpea 'tuna', offering a taste of the sea.
Slice the baguette in half horizontally. Hollow out a little from the top half to make room for the filling, if necessary.
Thinly slice the cucumber and tomato.
Lay the romaine lettuce leaves on the bottom half of the baguette. Spread the chickpea 'tuna' salad evenly over the lettuce.
Top the chickpea 'tuna' salad with sliced cucumber and tomato.
Place the top half of the baguette over the filling, press gently, and slice the baguette into halves or quarters.
Serve the vegetarian classic tuna baguette immediately and enjoy a fresh, flavorful meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1813 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.5 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 4549 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 273.9 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.3 g | 148% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.0 g | ||
| Protein | 66.9 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 401 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 23.2 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 2106 mg | 45% | |
*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.
