Description
This Chickpea Salad Sandwich is a quick, nutritious, and delicious plant-based meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Creamy mashed chickpeas mixed with tahini, mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard create a flavorful filling, complemented by crunchy celery, capers, fresh mixed greens, and creamy avocado. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a wholesome, satisfying sandwich that’s as tasty as it is easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Chickpea Salad
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and mashed
- 2 tbsp tahini, well stirred
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried dill
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 2 tbsp celery, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp capers, drained
For the Sandwich
- 4 slices of bread (your choice)
- Mixed greens (e.g., spinach, arugula)
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Optional: tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Chickpea Salad: In a large bowl, mash the drained chickpeas using a fork or potato masher, leaving some chunks for a satisfying texture.
- Mix Ingredients: Add tahini, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried dill, dried basil, paprika, and salt to the mashed chickpeas. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined into a creamy mixture.
- Add Vegetables and Garnishes: Fold in the finely chopped celery and drained capers. Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed to suit your preference.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Toast the bread slices if you like for extra crunch and flavor. Spread the chickpea salad evenly on two slices of the bread.
- Add Greens and Avocado: Top the chickpea salad with fresh mixed greens and sliced avocado. Optionally, add slices of tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, or green onions for enhanced flavor and texture.
- Serve: Place the remaining bread slices on top to complete the sandwiches, cut in half if desired, and serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- Feel free to swap mayonnaise for a vegan alternative to make this sandwich fully vegan-friendly.
- Adjust the amount of garlic powder and paprika based on your spice preference.
- Use gluten-free bread if you need a gluten-free option.
- Additional toppings like pickles or sprouts can add extra crunch and flavor.
- Leftover chickpea salad can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
