Vegan Classic Tuna Sub

Satisfy your craving for a hearty, classic sandwich with this Vegan Classic Tuna Sub, a plant-based spin on the beloved deli favorite. Made with protein-packed mashed chickpeas, this "tuna" salad features a creamy blend of vegan mayonnaise, zesty Dijon mustard, tangy pickle relish, and fresh lemon juice, creating a flavorful and satisfying filling. Crisp celery and red onion add crunch, while nutritional yeast and dill deliver a savory, umami punch. Nestled atop fresh lettuce leaves and juicy tomato slices in a toasted whole-grain sub roll, this sandwich is the ultimate vegan substitute that's perfect for lunch, meal prep, or an easy handheld dinner. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a plant-based alternative without compromising on taste or texture!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

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

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

Finely dice the celery stalk and red onion, and add them to the chickpeas.

Step 4

Add the vegan mayonnaise, dijon mustard, pickle relish, lemon juice, nutitional yeast, dill, black pepper, garlic powder, and salt to the chickpea mixture.

Step 5

Stir all the ingredients together until well combined. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 6

Slice the tomato into thin rounds and set aside.

Step 7

Slice open the whole grain sub rolls and lightly toast them if desired.

Step 8

Place two large lettuce leaves on the bottom half of each sub roll.

Step 9

Evenly divide the chickpea mixture and spoon it over the lettuce on each sub roll.

Step 10

Top with tomato slices and cover with the top half of the sub rolls.

Step 11

Serve immediately or wrap in parchment paper for a portable meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1034.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1157.5

Total Fat 24.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 10.2mg	0%
Sodium 6993.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 198.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.5g	0%
Total Sugars 50.4g
Protein 43.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 258.1mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1739.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.3%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 66.9%