Tuna-Style Chickpea Sandwich
Looking for a nourishing plant-based alternative to traditional tuna salad? This chickpea "tuna" sandwich combines creamy chickpeas with bold flavours for a delicious, nutritious and truly satisfying lunch option!
In the collections
The ingredients
- 1 19 oz chickpeas, can; drained and rinsed
- 1 lemon, juice
- ½ extra-firm tofu, 454 g block; grated
- 2 celery, stalks; finely chopped
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- ½ cup pickles, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp hemp hearts
- 1 tbsp capers
- 1 good pinch of salt, black pepper, garlic powder and cayenne pepper
- 3 tbsp toasted seaweed flakes, optional
- 8 slices bread, your choice; toasted
- 2 cups leafy greens, e.g., arugula, spinach, lettuce; your choice
The method
- In a large bowl, add the chickpeas and lemon juice. Roughly mash with an immersion blender.
- Add the remaining ingredients (except the bread and leafy greens). Mix until fully combined.
- Roughly blend again with the immersion blender.
- Using an ice cream scoop, place about 2 scoops of the mixture on a slice of bread, then add the leafy greens and the second slice of bread. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Storage tips
The mixture keeps in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition facts
Per serving, for reference only.
- 420Calories
- 16 gFat
- 48 gCarbs
- 9 gFibre
- 22 gProtein
Chickpeas are rich in dietary fibre, which supports digestion, increases satiety and helps maintain stable blood sugar.
Chickpeas can help lower cholesterol and cardiovascular disease risk thanks to their soluble fibre and healthy fat content.
The combination of protein and fibre helps prolong feelings of fullness, making chickpeas an excellent choice for weight management.
