Sandwiches. Is there anything better? First off, hello bread & carb addiction, like seriously, it’s real. And then you usually have some delicious filling, whether it’s melted cheese, stacks of roasted veggies or whatever, and then the best part of a sandwich is that it’s absolutely portable and you can eat it one handed. Look Ma, no hands! I’m typing one handed and stuffing my face at the same time. It’s called multi-tasking. Ok Mira…get back on subject, chickpea sandwiches, ok? Since Sam has gone vegan and since I’ve been on a chickpea obsession this recipe made sense. It’s a tuna free vegan chickpea salad sandwich. Man, that’s a mouthful. But for serious. Make this chickpea salad sandwich recipe. It is hella good!
So, we used to love tuna salad sandwiches and wanted to recreate that similar taste. They are great because they are usually eaten cold, don’t require much prep and you can take them with you in a cooler and enjoy them at the park in the summer…Or as you lay in bed and binge Netflix (we don’t judge). Embrace the bread crumbs in bed my friends, this one is a keeper.
It is so quick to make. Cutting the onion is literally all of the work. The rest is sort of smash the chickpeas, add everything else and mix. It will take you longer to pick up takeout. So, when it’s hot out, or you are just too tired or lazy, throw this baby together. Layer it in between some veggies and thick toast slices & you are in bizznaasss. Or if you want something even more refreshing you can try my other Mediterranean chickpea salad.
This will keep well stored in some glassware for a couple days in the fridge (assuming it lasts that long). This would be a big hit at picnics. Oh, and if you reallllly want to watch the calories, you can nix the mayo & substitute a smashed ripe avocado instead!
Vegan Chickpea Salad Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 15 oz can chickpeas
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped small
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (or 1 tbsp dry dill)
- 2 tbsp vegan mayo (or sub one ripe avocado)
- 1.5 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- salt & pepper to taste
For the Sandwich
- 4 slices toast (gluten free optional)
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 2 romaine lettuce leafs
- pickles or pickled jalapenos optional
Instructions
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Rinse and strain the chickpeas. Place them in a bowl then smash them with a spoon.
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Tear the dill off the stalks first and pull them into smaller pieces if they are bunched.
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Add the onion, dill, mayo, vinegar, mustard and salt & pepper to the bowl. Mix well.
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Toast the bread. Add the lettuce, then the chickpea salad. Top with tomatoes and pickles.
Recipe Notes
This will keep well in the fridge for 2 days.
If you aren't vegan you can use regular mayo in the same portions.
For a healthier option, smash a small ripe avocado and substitute it for the mayo.
You can add celery to this but I find it overpowering.
We have been on a chickpea rampage lately. We love that stuff! We usually put it in wraps and salads, you bet sandwiches are next. This looks incredible.
So have I (if you couldn’t tell by my last few posts) lol. I would love to try this in a wrap, great idea!
I keep hearing about chickpea salad, but have yet to try it. This delicious sandwich is calling my name though!
I’m sure there are a few versions out there (some with celery too eww) :p
I love smashed chickpea salad sandwich. I made have made many recipes before and now I will try this one.
My mouth is watering looking at this–mmm yum! I cannot wait to try this sandwich recipe!
I love chickpea salad sandwiches, and this one sounds amazing! I actually have chickpea salad in the fridge right now, but it has a curry mayo to dress it.
OOOOo curry mayo sounds delicious! Did you use a curry powder?
Yum this looks incredible! I’ve made a version of this with tofu but never with chickpeas. :]
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That sounds like a good alternative! We don’t do much soy products in our house though.
I do not know why I never thought of doing this. What a wonderful idea. Plus I have all of the ingredients downstairs. I think I will try it for lunch tomorrow. (literally just printed it)
That’s awesome! It’s so easy and quick. Let me know how you like it!
Ok. First of all–I LOVE me some chickpeas but for some reason I’ve never cooked with them. Second–I absolutely love the sound of this recipe! I’m pinning it for later!!
Thanks…and how have you not cooked with chickpeas…you need to fix that asap 🙂
I have seen recipes like this around, but have yet to try them! It looks so delicious. I will have to try it for a picnic sometime this summer. 🙂
This would be perfect for a picnic!
I’ve made chickpea salad before, but your beautiful pictures, makes me want to make it again! Thanks for sharing.
I am always looking for ways to eat less meat and get more fiber. Looking forward to trying this recipe.
This look absolutely delicious!! I will try this next time I go to the store 🙂