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Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Best Easy Chickpea Salad Sandwich for a Creamy, Fresh Bite

This Chickpea Salad Sandwich is a fresh, satisfying alternative to traditional deli meats, easy to make and packed with plant-based protein.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpea Filling
  • 1 can Canned Chickpeas rinsed and mashed
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 2 stalks Celery finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion minced
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Extras and Assembly
  • 4 slices Whole Grain Bread sturdy yet soft
  • 1 cup Leafy Greens Lettuce or Spinach
  • 1 medium Sliced Tomato juicy and slightly sweet
  • Fresh Herbs Parsley, Dill, or Chives (optional)

Equipment

  • Bowl
  • fork
  • knife
  • toaster

Method
 

For the Filling
  1. Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly, then transfer to a bowl. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth with some pea-sized bits left for texture.
  2. In the same bowl, whisk together vegan mayo, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Stir until creamy and tangy.
  3. Add chopped celery and minced red onion to the mixture. Stir gently until evenly distributed.
  4. Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly, then adjust seasoning as needed.
For Assembly
  1. Toast whole grain slices until edges turn golden brown.
  2. Spread a generous layer of filling on one slice. Top with leafy greens and tomato slices.
  3. Sprinkle fresh herbs over the filling, press sandwiches gently, and cut diagonally.
  4. Serve immediately or wrap for lunch on the go.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Optional: Add avocado slices for extra creaminess. Exact quantities are listed in the recipe card.

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