Amazing Chickpea Tuna Salad No-Cook Lunch
A quick and easy chickpea salad that mimics tuna salad, perfect for a no-cook vegetarian lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Lunch
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- 2 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork until mostly broken down but still with some texture.
- Add the chopped celery and red onion to the bowl.
- Stir in the vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
- Mix well until all ingredients are combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to your preference.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
- Serve on toast, in lettuce wraps, or with crackers.
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers or pickles for extra flavor and crunch.
- For a different flavor profile, try adding a pinch of dill or curry powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 (will vary based on mayonnaise)
- Sugar: Approx. 3-5g
- Sodium: Approx. 300-500mg (will vary based on mayonnaise and added salt)
- Fat: Approx. 15-20g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 2-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 12-17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 25-30g
- Fiber: Approx. 7-9g
- Protein: Approx. 8-10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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