“No-Tuna” Salad Sandwich -- Forks Over Knives

  • Minutes to Prepare:
  • Number of Servings: 4
Ingredients
FOR THE SALAD:1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained3 tablespoons tahini1 teaspoon Dijon or spicy brown mustard1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar¼ cup diced red onion¼ cup diced celery¼ cup diced pickle1 teaspoon capers, drained and loosely choppedHealthy pinch each sea salt and black pepper1 tablespoon roasted unsalted sunflower seeds (optional)FOR SERVING:8 slices whole-wheat breadDijon or spicy brown mustardRomaine lettuceTomato, slicedRed onion, sliced
Directions
Place the chickpeas in a mixing bowl and mash with a fork, leaving only a few beans whole.
Add tahini, mustard, maple syrup, red onion, celery, pickle, capers, salt and pepper, and sunflower seeds (if using) to mixing bowl. Mix to incorporate. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Toast bread if desired, and prepare any other desired sandwich toppings (such as lettuce, tomato, and onion).
Scoop a healthy amount of the chickpea mixture (about ½ cup) onto one slice of bread, add desired toppings and top with second slice of bread. Repeat for additional sandwiches.

Serving Size: 4 servings

Number of Servings: 4

Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user LILLAPLUM.

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Nutritional Info Amount Per Serving
  • Calories: 192.2
  • Total Fat: 8.9 g
  • Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
  • Sodium: 305.1 mg
  • Total Carbs: 22.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 6.3 g
  • Protein: 8.0 g

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