Description
Experience the bold flavors of our Vegan Buffalo Chickpea Salad Sandwich, a perfect blend of creaminess and spice that will tantalize your taste buds. This quick and easy recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or a delightful picnic treat. Packed with protein and fiber from chickpeas, this sandwich not only satisfies hunger but also supports a healthy diet. Customize your sandwich with fresh toppings like spinach or tomatoes for added nutrition and flavor. Whether you’re following a plant-based diet or simply looking for a delicious lunch option, this Vegan Buffalo Chickpea Salad Sandwich is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium carrot, chopped
- 1 stalk celery, chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup hummus
- 3 tablespoons hot sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 12 slices bread
- Toppings: spinach, tomatoes, cucumbers, etc.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, mash the drained chickpeas until mostly smooth but still chunky.
- Add chopped carrots, celery, green onions, red bell pepper, hummus, hot sauce, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika; mix well.
- Spread the mixture onto one slice of bread and top with desired veggies; cover with another slice.
- Slice in half if preferred and serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose hearty whole grain or sourdough bread for best results.
- Adjust hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
- Allow the salad to chill for an hour before serving for flavors to meld.
- Add crunchy ingredients like sunflower seeds or nuts for texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- The chickpea salad mixture can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg