Vegan Chickpea 'Tuna' Salad Recipe

 

Prep: 15 mins

Cook: 0 mins

Total: 15 mins

Servings: 4 servings

Yield: 2 cups

This vegan chickpea "tuna" salad is a perfect no-cook recipe for a quick and satisfying lunch. The mashed chickpeas mimic the texture of tuna, and Vegenaise replaces mayonnaise, making this salad egg-free and vegan. With a blend of fresh veggies and herbs, it offers a delightful, light meal that's great for summer.

Ingredients

• 1 (15.5-ounce) can chickpeas, drained
• 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
• 1/4 cup diced celery (about 1 to 2 stalks)
• 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise (Vegenaise)
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon pickle relish
• 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
• 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt (or more to taste)
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or more to taste)
• Bread slices, lettuce, or crackers for serving (optional)

Steps to Make It

1. Gather the Ingredients: Have all your ingredients ready.

2. Mash Chickpeas: In a medium mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a potato masher or fork until they reach your desired consistency.

3. Combine Ingredients: Add the diced onion, diced celery, vegan mayonnaise, fresh parsley, pickle relish, dried dill, salt, and black pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix well until all ingredients are combined.

4. Serve: Serve the salad on bread slices, lettuce leaves, or crackers as desired.

Tips

• Texture: The salad is intended to be a bit chunky, but you can use a food processor to create a smoother chickpea mash if preferred.
• Using Dried Chickpeas: To use dried chickpeas, soak them overnight, then drain and boil for 5 minutes. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 1 hour. Once cooked, 3/4 cup of dried chickpeas is equivalent to a can of chickpeas (about 1 1/2 cups).
• Onion Variety: Any variety of onion works well in this recipe. Red onion adds a mild flavor and a pop of color, while yellow or white onions provide a sharper bite.
• Storage: Store the salad in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

• Calories: 176
• Fat: 9g
• Carbs: 21g
• Protein: 5g

Enjoy this versatile and healthy vegan chickpea "tuna" salad as a tasty lunch or snack!