How to Make the Perfect Chickpea Salad Sandwiches
American · Easy · 15 min · 4 servings
These chickpea salad sandwiches are a delicious vegan twist on classic tuna or chicken salad made with mashed chickpeas and tangy vegan mayo. They are completely plant-based and pack wonderfully for lunches or quick weeknight dinners.
Why this recipe works
This Chickpea Salad Sandwiches recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 15 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 320 calories with 12g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 cans chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
- 2 stalks celery finely diced
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 8 slices whole grain bread
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Mash the Chickpeas
Add drained chickpeas to a large bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until about two thirds of the chickpeas are mashed and the mixture is chunky but holds together. Leave some whole for texture.
Step 2: Mix the Salad
Add vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, diced celery, fresh dill, and lemon juice to the mashed chickpeas. Stir everything together until well combined. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
Step 3: Taste and Adjust
Taste the chickpea salad and adjust seasoning as needed adding more lemon juice for brightness or more mayo for creaminess. The salad should be well seasoned and flavorful.
Step 4: Assemble Sandwiches
Spread a generous portion of chickpea salad onto four slices of whole grain bread. Top with any desired vegetables like lettuce tomato or cucumber and close with the remaining bread slices.
Step 5: Serve or Store
Serve immediately or wrap sandwiches tightly in parchment paper for packed lunches. The chickpea salad keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- vegan mayonnaise → mashed avocado for a whole food plant-based version
- fresh dill → fresh parsley or chives for a different herbal flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Over-mashing the chickpeas into a smooth paste which removes all texture from the sandwich filling
- Under-seasoning the salad since chickpeas are quite bland and need generous salt and acid to taste great
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 320 calories, 12g protein, 44g carbs, 10g fat, 8g fiber.
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