The Better Than Tuna Vegan Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Discover the ultimate plant-based alternative to a classic favorite with **The Better Than Tuna Vegan Chickpea Salad Sandwich**! This quick and easy recipe transforms humble canned chickpeas into a protein-packed, creamy, and tangy filling that's bursting with flavor. Featuring vegan mayo, zesty Dijon mustard, crunchy celery, and a hint of fresh dill, this salad mimics the texture of tuna without any seafood. Perfectly layered between whole-grain bread with crisp lettuce and juicy tomato slices, it’s a wholesome, satisfying meal ready in just 15 minutes. Whether you're craving a healthier lunch, a picnic-ready snack, or an easy dinner, this vegan chickpea salad sandwich is the answer. Plus, it's entirely dairy-free, egg-free, and customizable to fit your taste!
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Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can (drained and rinsed) Canned chickpeas
- 3 tablespoons Vegan mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 small, diced Celery stalks
- 1 small, finely diced Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Pickle relish
- 2 teaspoons, chopped Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 8 slices Whole-grain bread
- 4 large Lettuce leaves
- 1 large, sliced Tomato
Directions
Step 1
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas, then transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Using a fork or potato masher, roughly mash the chickpeas until they are mostly broken down but still retain some texture.
Step 3
Add vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, diced celery, diced red onion, pickle relish, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas.
Step 4
Stir everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Step 5
To assemble the sandwiches, place a large lettuce leaf on one slice of bread.
Step 6
Spread a generous amount of the chickpea salad on top of the lettuce.
Step 7
Add slices of tomato over the chickpea salad, then top with another slice of bread.
Step 8
Repeat for the remaining sandwiches. Slice each sandwich in half and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1553.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1296.9 |
| Total Fat 27.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g | |
| Cholesterol 10.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 6008.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 237.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 43.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 66.3g | |
| Protein 46.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 508.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3015.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories