Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices whole grain bread or your choice of sandwich bread
- Lettuce leaves for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: In a mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly broken down but still have some texture.
- Step 2: Add the vegan mayonnaise and hot sauce to the mashed chickpeas, mixing well to combine all the ingredients.
- Step 3: Stir in the chopped celery and red onion. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the flavors as necessary.
- Step 4: Toast the slices of bread if desired. This adds a nice crunch to the sandwich.
- Step 5: Assemble the sandwich by spreading a generous amount of the chickpea mixture onto two slices of bread, topping with lettuce leaves, and then placing the other two slices on top. Cut in half and serve immediately.
Notes
- For optimal freshness, store any leftover chickpea salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you prefer a warm sandwich, you can reheat the chickpea mixture in the microwave for about 30 seconds before assembling your sandwich.
- Serve your Vegan Buffalo Chickpea Salad Sandwich with a side of crunchy pickle spears or carrot sticks for an extra crunch and a refreshing contrast.
- For added depth of flavor, consider letting the chickpea salad sit for at least 30 minutes in the fridge before serving to allow the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 5g