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A close-up of a delicious chickpea salad sandwich on hearty whole-grain bread with fresh arugula and cucumber slices.

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Sandwiches

A vibrant and satisfying plant-based sandwich featuring creamy mashed chickpeas, crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and a tangy lemon-dill dressing, perfect for a light lunch or quick dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Vegan, Vegetarian
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpea Salad
  • 2 cans chickpeas 15 oz each, rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise or regular mayo
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
  • 1/4 cup celery finely diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • to taste salt
For Serving
  • 8 slices whole wheat bread
  • 1/2 cup lettuce leaves e.g., romaine, green leaf
  • 1/4 cup sliced cucumber
  • 1/4 cup sliced tomatoes

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Fork
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Prepare the Chickpea Salad
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the rinsed and drained chickpeas. Using a fork or potato masher, mash about two-thirds of the chickpeas, leaving some whole for texture.
  2. Add the vegan mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, finely diced red onion, finely diced celery, chopped fresh dill, chopped fresh parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas.
  3. Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and additional black pepper or lemon juice if desired.
Assemble the Sandwiches
  1. Lay out 8 slices of whole wheat bread. Evenly distribute the chickpea salad among 4 of the bread slices.
  2. Top the chickpea salad with lettuce leaves, sliced cucumber, and sliced tomatoes on each sandwich.
  3. Place the remaining 4 slices of bread on top to complete the sandwiches.
  4. Serve immediately, or wrap and chill for later enjoyment.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can toast the bread before assembling. Feel free to add other mix-ins like diced bell peppers, capers, or chopped pickles for more crunch and tang. This chickpea salad can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.