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You won’t believe that it’s not an egg salad sandwich.

This chickpea salad sandwich is an amazing plant-based alternative to an egg salad sandwich. 

If you’re looking for a delicious and easy sandwich filling, look no further than this Chickpea Salad Sandwich recipe. Make this sandwich with just a few simple ingredients. This salad is full of flavour and perfect for a light lunch or picnic. Chickpeas are the star of the show here, providing a hearty and satisfying base. Mix the chickpeas with celery, green onions, dill pickle, red bell pepper, vegan mayonnaise, garlic, mustard, dill, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. This salad comes together quickly and can be served on your favourite bread or wrap. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or feeding a crowd, this Chickpea Salad Sandwich is sure to please.

For the creamy goodness, you can use vegan mayo or just regular.  I add a dash of turmeric for some light yellow colour, but that’s completely optional.

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Give this chickpea salad a try!   You’re going to be surprised how much it tastes like an egg salad sandwich. 

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chickpea salad

Chickpea Salad Sandwich


  • Author: Angela Liddon
  • Total Time: 15
  • Yield: 3 1x

Description

You won’t believe it’s not an egg salad sandwich


Ingredients

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  • 1 (15-ounce/425 grams) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 stalks celery, finely chopped
  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped dill pickle
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
  • 3 tablespoons store-bought or homemade vegan mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh dill (optional)
  • 1 1/2 to 3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a potato masher until flaked in texture.
  2. Stir in the celery, green onions, pickles, bell peppers, mayonnaise, and garlic until combined.
  3. Now, stir in the mustard and dill, and season with the lemon juice, salt, and pepper, adjusting the quantities to taste.
  4. Serve with toasted bread, on crackers, wraps, or on top of a basic leafy green salad. Or just enjoy it all on its own!
  • Prep Time: 15
Chickpea salad sandwich

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