Chickpea Salad

After I became vegan, I quickly realized that there are very limited options for what I can eat on a sandwich. There are only so many ways to eat vegetables on bread or on a wrap. 

So, I did some searching on the internet and came across a chickpea salad recipe which is meant to be similar to chicken salad.

I have to say, I think this chickpea salad is better than any chicken salad I have ever had.

This recipe is high in protein, easy to make, super healthy, and of course, delicious. It tastes great on a sandwich, in a salad, or all by itself in a bowl. 

You don't have to be vegan to enjoy this yummy recipe!

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INGREDIENTS

• 2 cans no salt added chickpeas (or three cups of fresh chickpeas)
  
• 1/2 - 3/4 cup vegan mayo (I like Just Mayo)
• 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
• 3 cups celery, chopped
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup yellow onion, diced
• 1-2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in quarters
• 1/4 teaspoon salt 
• 1/2 - 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)

*all ingredients are assumed to be organic

PREPARATION

• Add chickpeas to a large bowl and mash about half of the chickpeas using the back of a steady fork or a potato masher.
• Combine the mayo and mustard to the chickpeas. Adjust to your preference, adding in more of either ingredient to your liking.
• Blend in all vegetables and seasonings to the chickpeas.
• Mix well and adjust the seasonings to your liking. If it seems too dry, feel free to add more mayo or mustard.
  
• Serve in a bowl, over a salad,  or on a sandwich. 
• Enjoy :)

I'd love to know what you think! Let me know how you made this recipe more to your liking.

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