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Creamy Vegan Chickpea Salad Sandwich

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A quick and easy creamy vegan chickpea salad sandwich that combines mashed and whole chickpeas with fresh veggies and a tangy dressing, perfect for a wholesome homemade lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/3 cup vegan mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup finely chopped celery (about 40g)
  • 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion (about 30g)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Whole grain or sourdough bread, toasted
  • Optional: sliced tomato, lettuce leaves, or avocado

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
  2. Place about two-thirds of the chickpeas in a mixing bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth but still chunky. Leave the remaining chickpeas whole.
  3. Finely dice celery and red onion. Chop fresh dill and set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, combine vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
  5. Add chopped celery, onion, dill, and whole chickpeas to the mashed chickpeas. Pour the dressing over and gently fold until well mixed. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Toast bread slices until golden and slightly crisp.
  7. Spoon a generous amount of chickpea salad onto one slice of bread. Add optional toppings like tomato or avocado if desired. Top with the second slice and gently press together.
  8. Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Notes

If the salad feels dry, add more vegan mayo or a squeeze of lemon juice. Keep some chickpeas whole for texture. Toast bread to prevent sogginess. Store salad and bread separately if packing for lunch.

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