I think this “No Tuna” Salad Sandwich recipe from Forks Over Knives is my most repeated meal I’ve made over the years. It’s such a simple recipe but something I still look forward to eating because it is packed with so much flavor. I always double the recipe so I can make plenty of sandwiches or wraps for the week.
Ingredients
'Tuna' Salad:
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons tahini
1 teaspoon Dijon or spicy brown mustard
1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave nectar
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup diced celery
¼ cup diced pickle
1 teaspoon capers, drained and loosely chopped
Healthy pinch each sea salt and black pepper
1 tablespoon roasted unsalted sunflower seeds (optional)
Remaining Ingredients:
8 slices whole-wheat bread
Dijon or spicy brown mustard
Romaine lettuce
Tomato, sliced
Red onion, sliced
Preparation
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.
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