Looking for a quick and healthy sandwich filler? Then look no further, my friends!
This Chickpea Salad Sandwich makes a fantastic alternative if you miss having chicken or tuna salad sandwiches since going vegan.
The sandwich filling comes together in less than five minutes, which makes it a perfect option for picnic prep or making lunches for work or school in the morning.
Chickpeas not only fit the bill in terms of providing the perfect texture in this recipe, they’re also a great source of protein for vegan diets.
According to Healthline, chickpeas are a rich source of vitamins, minerals and fiber, and they may offer a variety of health benefits such as improving digestion, aiding weight management and reducing the risk of several diseases.
This recipe makes enough to serve 8 people so it’s great if you’ve got a big and hungry household. Alternatively, you could keep leftovers covered and in the fridge and use it over the course of the week.
In addition to making a great sandwich filling, you could also dollop this on top of baked potatoes or team it up with some salad leaves for a healthy dinner.
Need some other lunchtime meal ideas? Give these a try…
Soba Noodles Bowl with Shredded Carrot, Peanuts, and Fresh Herbs
Quinoa Bowl with Sweet Potato & Lemony Spinach
The Ultimate Quinoa Buddha Bowl with Avocado Green Goddess Dressing
If you do give this Chickpea Salad Sandwich recipe a try, please come back and leave a comment to let me know what you thought of it.
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Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Ingredients
- 2 15.5 ounce cans chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 cup celery diced (2 stalks)
- ½ cup red onion finely diced (½ a small onion)
- ½ cup pickles diced
- ¾ cup vegan mayo
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 15 Ritz crackers crushed into fine crumbs (can sub for other similar crackers)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 16 slices bread
Instructions
- Place the drained chickpeas in a large bowl. Mash with a potato masher until somewhat still chunky.
- Place the crackers into a plastic bag and bash up until they resemble bread crumbs. You could also use a food processor if you prefer.
- Add the rest of the ingredients (except the slices of bread) and mix well. Check seasoning and adjust.
- Serve on sliced bread with any other toppings you like.
