Chickpea Salad Sandwich
This nutritious chickpea salad sandwich is high in protein, fiber, and good fat. Made with avocado instead of mayo for a healthy twist!
Prep Time15 mins
Total Time15 mins
Course: brunch, lunch, quick dinners
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chickpea recipes, chickpea salad sandwich, vegan sandwiches, Vegetarian sandwiches
Servings: 3 sandwiches
- 1 can chickpeas drained
- 1 small avocado
- ¼ cup red onion diced
- ½ of a red jalapeno de-seeded for less heat and chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped small
- ½ large lime juiced
- 1 teaspoon pink salt or sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- toppings of choice like greens, tomatoes, etc...
Open a can of chickpeas and drain. I like to pop off the clear "shell" that's over them and toss them. You don't have to do this, but it makes for a better texture.
Take a potato masher (or a fork would work) and smash about 80% of the chickpeas leaving just a few whole.
Cut the avocado and scoop both sides of it out into the bowl with the chickpeas and mix it in well until evenly incorporated.
Chop up the red onion, jalapeno, and cilantro and mix in well.
Squeeze the juice of half of a large lime and mix well.
Add the salt and pepper and mix well. Add more salt and pepper to taste if needed.
Serve on your favorite bread with your favorite toppings! You could also serve with crackers, or on top of a salad!