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Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich with Creamy Avocado Aioli

Discover a flavorful Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich that's a vibrant vegan alternative, bursting with zingy flavors and perfect for a nutritious lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpea Salad
  • 1 can (28 oz) Chickpeas Canned or cooked for best texture and flavor.
  • 1 Bell Pepper Any color, diced.
  • 1 stalk Celery Diced.
  • 1 small Purple Onion Finely diced.
  • 2 tablespoons Brined Capers Roughly chopped.
  • 1 teaspoon Dulse Flakes Optional.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill For garnish.
For the Avocado Aioli
  • 1 medium Avocado Ripe, for creaminess.
  • 1/2 cup Cashews Soaked in boiling water for 10-20 minutes.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 clove Garlic Finely grated.
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 pinch Sea Salt Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • 4 slices Crusty Bread or Multigrain Slices

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • food processor
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Make the Avocado Aioli by blending avocado, soaked cashews, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, and sea salt until smooth. Refrigerate.
  2. Drain and rinse chickpeas, then pulse in a food processor until slightly crushed. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Mix the smashed chickpeas with diced bell pepper, celery, purple onion, capers, and dulse flakes if using.
  4. Add 3/4 of the avocado aioli to the chickpea mixture and mix gently. Adjust seasoning.
  5. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes, then serve on bread or lettuce wraps, topped with dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For the best flavor, use high-quality fresh ingredients and feel free to customize with your favorite veggies or herbs.

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