Chickpea, Walnut & Raisin Salad Sandwich
This Chickpea, Walnut & Raisin Salad Sandwich is a delightful mix of flavors and textures that offers a satisfying and nutritious meal. Creamy mashed chickpeas are combined with crunchy walnuts and sweet raisins, creating a harmonious blend of savory and sweet. Tossed in a light, tangy dressing, this salad is served between slices of whole-grain bread for a hearty and wholesome sandwich. Ideal for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this sandwich is both flavorful and packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 tsps Tahini
1 1/8 tsps Lemon Juice
Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
1/2 cup Chickpeas (cooked, rinsed)
1/8 stalk Celery (finely chopped)
1 1/3 tbsps Walnuts (chopped)
1 1/3 tbsps Raisins
1 tbsp Parsley (chopped)
2 slices Gluten-Free Bread (toasted)
1/16 head Iceberg Lettuce (leaves pulled apart)
Directions:
1. In a small bowl whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
2. In a large bowl, lightly smash the chickpeas with the back of a fork. Mix in the celery, walnut, raisins, and parsley. Add the tahini mixture and mix well.
3. Assemble the sandwich by placing a lettuce leaf on toasted bread, spoon the chickpea salad on top, and place another toasted bread on top.
4. Slice the sandwich in half and enjoy.
Notes:
Leftovers
Refrigerate the chickpea salad in an airtight container for up to four days. Assemble the sandwich before serving.
Serving Size
One serving is equal to one sandwich with approximately 2/3 cup chickpea salad, two slices of bread, and one lettuce leaf.
Nut-Free
Use sunflower seeds instead of walnuts.
More Flavor
Add chopped red onions.
No Parsley
Use chopped cilantro or dill.
No Raisins
Use dried cranberry.
Nutrition: (Amount per serving)
Calories 448
Cholesterol 0mg
Fat 17g
Sodium 283mg
Carbs 63g
Vitamin A 539IU
Fiber 11g
Vitamin C 10mg
Sugar 19g
Calcium 134mg
Protein 15g
Iron 4mg
