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    Home » Recipes » Vegan

    Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

    Published: Apr 22, 2019 · Modified: Aug 4, 2022 by Kristen Wood - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A super healthy, easy and flavorful Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich filled with garbanzo beans, chopped pickles , walnuts, onion, lemon juice, sriracha, mustard and the PERFECT blend of spices. This makes for one high-protein + high-fiber meal that is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, refined sugar-free, soy-free and DELICIOUS!

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

    I am a huge chickpea fan. What is not to love? Chickpeas are a super versatile legume that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes, and pack quite a delightful protein punch!

    This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich is sweet, tangy, zippy, zesty, spicy and salty ALL in one. It is truly one delightfully healthy gluten-free vegan sandwich that makes a fine lunch, dinner or portable meal for the trail or a picnic.

     

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

    This Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich is:

    • Filled with healthy good-for-you ingredients that are high in protein, fiber and nutrients.

    • Easy to make - you simply need a bowl and a fork!

    • PACKED with loads of flavor.

    • Fun to make and fun to eat!

    • Gluten-free, vegan, dairy-free, soy-free, refined sugar-free.

     

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

    Tips for making Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad:

    • I like to use my homemade pickles in this recipe, but any pickles of your choice will work.

    • Out of lemon juice? Apple cider vinegar will work well in a pinch.

    • You can replace the chopped cilantro with fresh parsley for comparable results.

    • I think brown mustard greatly enriches the other flavors in this dish, but any mustard that you like will serve as a good substitute here.

    • On a nut-free diet? Replace the walnuts with pumpkin or sunflower seeds for similar results.

    • On a sugar-free diet? This sugar-free sweetener is my favorite maple syrup substitute!

    • This chickpea salad stores well in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

     

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

    Other ways to use Smashed Chickpea Salad:

    • On it’s own as a quick protein-rich salad.

    • As a soft or hard shell taco filling.

    • Mixed and mashed with avocado for a fun spin on guacamole.

    • As a great wrap filling.

    • As a quesadilla filling.

    • As a green salad topper.

    • As a nachos topping.

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

    This Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich pairs well with:

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    Spicy Spiralized Turmeric Tahini Cucumber Noodles (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

     

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

    This Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich is truly a quick, easy, healthy and delicious delight! I SO hope you enjoy it, too. XO.

     This Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich only take a QUICK 10 minutes to throw together, is gluten-free + vegan, healthy, high in protein + fiber , and SUPER flavorful! It makes a great lunch, dinner or picnic dish! #chickpeasalad #vegansandwich #chickpeasaladsandwich #smashedchickpeasalad #smashedchickpeasaladsandwich

    If you try this recipe please let me know! Leave a comment, rate it, share this post, use Pinterest's "tried it" feature, or take a photo, & tag me on Instagram and I'll share it! Thank you so much! <3

    a double chickpea salad sandwich on a small plate

    Zesty Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich (Gluten-Free, Vegan)

    A super healthy, easy and flavorful Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich filled with garbanzo beans, chopped pickles , walnuts, onion, lemon juice, sriracha, mustard and the PERFECT blend of spices. This makes for one high-protein + high-fiber meal that is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, refined sugar-free, soy-free and DELICIOUS!


    4.89 from 9 votes
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    Course: Entrées, Vegan
    Cuisine: American, Vegan
    Diet: Gluten Free, Halal, Hindu, Kosher, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 3 sandwiches / 3 cups chickpea salad
    Author: Kristen Wood

    Ingredients

    • 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas (freshly cooked or canned rinsed and drained
    • 1/2 onion chopped
    • 1/4 cup chopped pickles
    • 1/4 cup raw walnuts coarsely ground or chopped (I like to use a mortar + pestle)
    • 1/4 cup freshly chopped cilantro
    • 1/2 lemon juiced (approx. 1 tablespoon lemon juice)
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • 2 teaspoons sriracha
    • 1 teaspoon brown mustard
    • 1/4 teaspoon celery seed
    • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
    • sea salt to taste
    • gluten-free vegan bread
    • Desired sandwich toppers optional
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    Instructions

    • In a large bowl combine all of the above ingredients. Mix and mash with a fork or potato masher until the desired consistency is achieved.
    • Salt to taste.
    • Serve on fresh or toasted bread with desired toppings or as is. I like it best with avocado & cucumber!
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Please refer to the TIPS section above in post for valuable information.
    Also see 35 Best Vegan Sandwiches.
    You might also like: 33 Best Sides for Sandwiches.
    Also see: 25 Vegetarian Lunch Ideas.
    You might also like: 30 Sides for Grilled Cheese.
    You might enjoy: Is Hummus Gluten-Free?

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 559mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 12g
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    1. Veronica says

      May 12, 2021 at 4:20 pm

      5 stars
      Absolutely delicious

      Reply
      • Kristen Wood says

        May 12, 2021 at 4:21 pm

        I'm so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing. 🙂

        Reply
    2. T Johnson says

      February 11, 2021 at 11:14 am

      5 stars
      I loved this so much for last weeks sammies. Even my picky hubby loved it. Having it for this weeks sammies as well. Yumm!!!!

      Reply
      • Kristen Wood says

        February 11, 2021 at 1:37 pm

        I'm so happy to know this! Thank you so much for taking the time to stop by and share! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Veronica says

      October 20, 2020 at 12:09 am

      Hi wondering what you put on the sandwich in your pictures? Zucchini? Cucumber? Avocado? Thanks for suggestions to make ours look like yours.

      Reply
      • Kristen Wood says

        October 20, 2020 at 2:49 pm

        I like to eat this with avocado and cucumber! 🙂

        Reply
        • Veronica says

          October 21, 2020 at 7:09 am

          5 stars
          Thanks so much can't wait to try it!

          Reply

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