Chickpea Salad Sandwich Recipe
A flavorful and easy-to-make Chickpea Salad Sandwich perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner. This recipe combines mashed chickpeas with fresh vegetables, creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and herbs for a satisfying and protein-packed sandwich filling that can be served on bread or wrapped in lettuce cups.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes plus 1 hour chilling time
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 15.5-ounce cans chickpeas (approximately 3 ¾ cups)
- 2 tablespoons minced celery
- 2 tablespoons minced yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
- 4–5 tablespoons mayonnaise (vegan if desired)
- 2–3 teaspoons Dijon mustard (vegan if desired, plus more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon salt (more or less to taste)
Instructions
- Cook Chickpeas: Add the 2 cans of chickpeas along with their liquid into a medium saucepan. Place the saucepan on the stovetop over medium heat and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer and Drain: Simmer the chickpeas for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to heat through thoroughly. After 10 minutes, pour the chickpeas into a colander and drain well to remove excess liquid.
- Mash Chickpeas: Transfer the drained chickpeas to a large bowl. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the chickpeas until you reach your preferred consistency—some prefer a chunkier texture, others smoother.
- Add Mix-ins: Once mashed, add the minced celery, minced yellow onion, fresh parsley, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and salt to the chickpeas. These ingredients add freshness, creaminess, and tang to the salad.
- Combine Flavors: Stir all the ingredients together thoroughly until fully incorporated. Taste the mixture and adjust the mayonnaise, mustard, or salt to suit your preference.
- Chill or Serve: Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate the chickpea salad for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld. Alternatively, serve immediately by spooning the salad onto bread or into lettuce cups with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- The texture of the salad can be adjusted by mashing chickpeas to your liking—smooth or chunky.
- For a vegan version, use vegan mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
- Add extra vegetables like diced pickles, bell peppers, or grated carrots for more crunch and flavor.
- Try adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a dash of paprika for extra brightness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Chickpea Salad, Vegetarian Sandwich, Easy Lunch, Quick Chickpea Recipe, Vegan Option, Healthy Sandwich Filling
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