Vegetarian Classic Tuna Mayo
Satisfy your craving for a classic tuna mayo with this irresistible vegetarian twist! Our Vegetarian Classic Tuna Mayo swaps traditional tuna for protein-packed chickpeas, mashed to perfection for a flaky, seafood-like texture. Bright red onion, crisp celery, tangy dill pickles, and briny capers infuse every bite with bold, savory flavors, while creamy mayonnaise and a hint of English mustard create that signature, velvety consistency. A splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley take the flavor profile to the next level. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile recipe works perfectly as a sandwich filling, a pita stuffing, or a cracker topping. Easy, delicious, and vegetarian-friendly—this dish is a true crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 1 can (400g) Canned chickpeas
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 1 Celery stalk
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Dill pickles
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Capers
- 1 teaspoon English mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water.
Step 2
Place the chickpeas in a large mixing bowl and mash them roughly using a fork or potato masher, leaving some chickpeas whole for texture.
Step 3
Finely dice the red onion and celery stalk. Add them to the mashed chickpeas.
Step 4
Chop the dill pickles and add them to the chickpea mixture.
Step 5
Add the mayonnaise, lemon juice, capers, and English mustard to the bowl.
Step 6
Season with salt and black pepper.
Step 7
Mix all ingredients together until well combined.
Step 8
Chop the fresh parsley and fold it into the mixture.
Step 9
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step 10
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days. This vegetarian 'tuna' mayo can be used in sandwiches, stuffed in pita bread, or as a topping for crackers.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (635.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 840.1 |
| Total Fat 50.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 60mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2900.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 81.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 14.9g | |
| Protein 18.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 183.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 959.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories