Chickpea Salad Sandwich Recipe
A creamy and flavorful Chickpea Salad Sandwich that’s a perfect plant-based alternative to traditional chicken salad. This easy recipe combines mashed chickpeas with fresh vegetables and a tangy dressing, making a delicious and nutritious sandwich filling ideal for a quick lunch or light dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes (plus 1 hour chilling time optional)
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
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Chickpea Salad
- 2 15.5-ounce cans chickpeas (approximately 3 ¾ cups)
- 2 tablespoons minced celery
- 2 tablespoons minced yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- 4–5 tablespoons mayonnaise (vegan if desired)
- 2–3 teaspoons Dijon mustard (vegan if desired, plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon salt (more or less to taste)
Instructions
- Simmer Chickpeas: Add the chickpeas with their liquid into a medium saucepan and place over medium heat on the stovetop. Let them simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking or burning.
- Drain Chickpeas: After simmering, pour the chickpeas into a colander and drain them thoroughly to remove excess liquid.
- Mash Chickpeas: Transfer the drained chickpeas to a large bowl. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the chickpeas until you reach your desired consistency, whether chunky or smooth.
- Add Flavorings: Once mashed, add the minced celery, minced yellow onion, minced fresh parsley, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and salt to the bowl with the chickpeas.
- Mix Salad: Stir all ingredients together until fully combined and well incorporated. Taste the mixture and adjust the mayonnaise, mustard, or salt as needed.
- Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate the chickpea salad for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Alternatively, serve it immediately on bread or in lettuce cups with your preferred sandwich toppings.
Notes
- For a creamier texture, you can add an extra tablespoon of mayonnaise or a dash of olive oil.
- Feel free to add pickles, capers, or diced bell peppers to enhance flavor and texture.
- Use vegan mayonnaise and mustard to keep the recipe fully plant-based.
- The salad can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Serve on your favorite bread, wraps, or fresh lettuce leaves for a low-carb option.
Keywords: Chickpea Salad Sandwich, Vegan Sandwich, Plant-Based Lunch, Easy Sandwich Recipe, Healthy Chickpea Salad
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