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Two chickpea sandwiches stacked on top of each other, filled with the chickpeas, lettuce, and red onion slices.

Chickpea of the Sea - Vegan Mock Tuna Sandwich

Quick and easy vegan mock tuna salad (aka the chickpea of the sea!) is a yummy main for a sandwich or salad!
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dinner ideas, quick meals, side dishes
Servings: 5 sandwiches
Calories: 339kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Mixing spoons
  • Measuring cups / spoons
  • Chef’s knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients

Filling Ingredients

  • 15 oz chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • ½ cup hummus
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ¼ cup red onion diced
  • 2 ribs celery diced
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Sandwich Ingredients

  • 10 slices whole wheat bread or bread of your choice
  • toppings like lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, etc

Instructions

  • Mix the dressing. In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the hummus, lemon juice, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and salt and pepper. Taste for seasoning and adjust if needed.
  • Mash the chickpeas. Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to a large bowl. Using a fork or potato masher, smash the chickpeas. Add the chopped red onion and celery.
  • Mix and serve. Pour the dressing over top of the salad. Mix well and serve. Enjoy!

Notes

  • How to Store + Make Ahead 
    • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. 
    • Make Ahead: Prepare the chickpea salad as directed. If this is part of your weekly meal prep for lunch, divide it amongst small single-serve airtight containers and keep them in the fridge until ready to eat. That said, I don’t like to keep this past the 3-day mark to avoid spoiling. 
    • I don’t recommend freezing this recipe.
  • Variations 
    • Optionally, you can add a sprinkle of dulce seaweed for a little more sea flavor. 
    • To add more omegas into this meal, add up to 1 tablespoon of hemp hearts. 
    • Add more vegetables: Add a handful of veggies like cooked corn, green peas, or make it more Mediterranean inspired with drained and rinsed artichoke hearts. 
    • Fresh herbs: Finish the sandwich with a sprinkle of fresh dill, fresh parsley, fresh basil, or all three.

Nutrition

Calories: 339kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 364mg | Potassium: 475mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 5mg
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