Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Sandwich
A flavorful and satisfying plant-based sandwich perfect for a quick and healthy lunch. This chickpea salad is packed with Mediterranean flavors and a creamy texture.
Ingredients
- •1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- •1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- •1/4 cup finely chopped cucumber
- •1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- •2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- •2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- •2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or vegan mayo)
- •1 tablespoon lemon juice
- •1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- •1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- •Salt and black pepper to taste
- •4 slices whole wheat bread
- •Lettuce leaves (optional)
- •Tomato slices (optional)
Dietary Info
Instructions
- 1
In a medium bowl, mash the rinsed and drained chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly broken down but still with some texture.
- 2
Add the finely chopped red onion, cucumber, red bell pepper, fresh parsley, and fresh dill to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas.
- 3
In a small separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and dried oregano. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- 4
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and stir well to combine everything. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
- 5
Toast the bread slices if desired. Divide the chickpea salad evenly between two slices of bread. Top with lettuce leaves and tomato slices if using, then cover with the remaining bread slices. Serve immediately or pack for lunch.
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