Print

Protein-Packed Chickpea Salad Sandwiches: 15 Minute Lunch

Protein-Packed Chickpea Salad Sandwiches
Print Recipe

Whip up these delicious and protein-packed chickpea salad sandwiches for a satisfying lunch. They are easy to make and bursting with flavor!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise (or vegan mayonnaise)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 slices of your favorite bread
  • Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, sprouts

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly broken down but still with some texture.
  2. Add the chopped celery, red onion, and fresh dill to the bowl.
  3. In a small separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
  4. Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and stir to combine.
  5. Season with salt and black pepper to your liking.
  6. Spoon the chickpea salad onto two slices of bread.
  7. Add any optional toppings you desire.
  8. Top with the remaining two slices of bread to make sandwiches.

Notes

  • For a creamier salad, use a little more mayonnaise.
  • If you don’t have fresh dill, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried dill.
  • Feel free to add other seasonings like garlic powder or paprika for extra flavor.
  • Serve immediately or chill for later.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://sundayflavor.com/protein-packed-chickpea-salad-sandwiches/