Easy Chickpea Salad Sandwich (Printable Version)

Vegan sandwich featuring mashed chickpeas, crunchy veggies, and a creamy tangy dressing, ideal for quick lunches.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Chickpea Salad

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
03 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
05 - 1 celery stalk, finely diced
06 - 1 small carrot, grated
07 - 2 tablespoons red onion, finely diced
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
09 - 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - Salt, to taste
11 - Black pepper, to taste

→ Assembly

12 - 8 slices whole grain bread (or gluten-free bread)
13 - 1 cup lettuce leaves
14 - 1 medium tomato, sliced
15 - 1/2 cucumber, thinly sliced

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - In a large bowl, mash chickpeas using a fork or potato masher until mostly broken down but retaining some texture.
02 - Add vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, celery, carrot, red onion, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix thoroughly until combined.
03 - Taste the salad mixture and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
04 - Lay out the bread slices. Place lettuce leaves on 4 slices, then top with chickpea salad, tomato, and cucumber slices.
05 - Cover with remaining bread slices, slice sandwiches in half, and serve immediately or wrap for later consumption.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • It comes together faster than waiting in a drive-through line, and you actually feel good after eating it.
  • The chunky texture satisfies that craving for something hearty without weighing you down.
  • You can make a big batch on Sunday and have grab-and-go lunches ready all week.
02 -
  • Don't skip rinsing the chickpeas, or the salad will taste metallic and the texture will be slimy.
  • If you're making this ahead, keep the bread separate until you're ready to eat so it doesn't get soggy.
  • Taste before you assemble. The seasoning should be bold enough to stand up to the bread and veggies.
03 -
  • If the salad feels too thick, stir in a splash of water or extra lemon juice to loosen it up.
  • Press your assembled sandwich in a panini press or skillet for a warm, crispy twist that takes it to another level.
  • Always keep a can of chickpeas in the pantry. This recipe has saved me from ordering takeout more times than I can count.
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