Can this be a High protein Tuna and Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Yes. Add canned tuna or roasted chickpeas to increase protein. The base recipe is high protein already thanks to chickpeas.

Yes when made with vegan mayo. The recipe easily becomes one of the best Vegan Chickpea Sandwich Recipes.

What else can I use the filling for

Use it in wraps, pita pockets, lettuce cups or as a topping for crackers. It also works as a side for a Vegetarian Chickpea Salad Lunch bowl.

How does this compare to Costco Chicken Salad

This version is lighter and fresher. It gives the same creamy satisfying feel with healthier ingredients and no heavy additives found in store bought salads.

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This easy and flavorful Chickpea Salad Sandwich is a plant-based twist on the classic tuna or chicken salad sandwich. Packed with protein and fiber, it’s perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.

Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x

Ingredients

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1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

2 tbsp vegan or regular mayonnaise

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 celery stalk, finely chopped

¼ red onion, minced

1 small dill pickle, chopped (or 1 tbsp relish)

Salt and black pepper to taste

4 slices whole grain or sourdough bread

Lettuce

Tomato slices (optional, for serving)

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Instructions

1. Mash Chickpeas: In a medium bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until flaky but not pureed.

2. Mix Dressing: Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.

3. Add Crunch: Mix in the celery, red onion, and chopped pickle. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Assemble Sandwiches: Spread the chickpea salad on bread slices. Add lettuce and tomato if desired. Top with another slice of bread.

5. Serve or Store: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days.

Notes

For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like dill or parsley.

For variation, serve the chickpea salad in a wrap, over greens, or in a pita.

Chilling the salad for 30 minutes enhances the flavor.

Great for meal prep — make the salad ahead and assemble sandwiches as needed.

Author: barbara
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean-inspired
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 320
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 480mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg