Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
249 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich
Description
The Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich starts with a mashed chickpea salad that mimics a tuna salad texture using flaked chickpeas mixed with diced green onion, celery, shredded carrot, and de-seeded jalapeño peppers. The salad is flavored with hot sauce, salt, pepper, and creamy hummus which ties the salad together with a spicy, tangy profile. Toasted bread and leafy greens like arugula provide a fresh contrast to the rich chickpea filling. Additional garnishes such as thinly sliced red onion or lightly dressed red cabbage slaw add crispness and a mild sharpness.
The combination of soft, creamy chickpeas with crunchy vegetables and spicy heat makes for a satisfying sandwich option. The use of hummus as a binder offers a subtle nuttiness and creaminess, balancing the heat from the hot sauce and jalapeños. This sandwich can be assembled quickly and customized with various spreads like avocado or mayonnaise for extra moisture and flavor.
This sandwich is versatile for lunches or light dinners, especially for those looking for a vegetarian meal with bold flavor. It can be prepared ahead and refrigerated to meld flavors, and the components can be adjusted to increase or reduce spiciness. Choosing sturdy bread and toasting it helps prevent sogginess and adds texture. The sandwich serves well alongside simple sides like chips or a crisp salad.
Nutrition values are estimated and can vary depending on added toppings or spreads.
Ingredients
FOR THE SANDWICH
- bread
- leafy greens (I used arugula)
- chickpea recipe below, buffalo style; salad
- red cabbage or thinly sliced red onion
BUFFALO CHICKPEA SALAD
- 15 oz chickpeas drained + rinsed, canned
- 3 green onion stalks
- 2-3 celery stalks
- ¼ cup carrot shredded
- 1-2 jalapeno pepper
- 1/4-1/3 cup hummus plain
- 2 TBSP hot sauce plus extra to taste, "red hot" style
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅛ tsp black pepper
TASTY SANDWICH SPREAD OPTIONS
- mayonnaise vegan or regular
- avocado mashed
- hummus
Instructions
- Drain and rinse your chickpeas and add them to a large bowl. Mash with a potato masher and/or fork until texture appears flaked, almost like tuna salad. To make things even easier, break out the food processor and pulse a few times to coarsely mince chickpeas.
- Next chop your green onion, celery, and shredded carrots. If you're not using pre-shredded carrots you can grate them using a box grater then chop into little pieces)
- Remove the stem of the jalapeños and cut in half. Scrape out the seeded center of each half. Feel free to add some of the seeds back in for a spicier sandwich.
- Add to the bowl with your chickpeas and veggies, then season with red hot sauce, salt, and pepper. Add hummus (plus any extra to taste) and stir well to coat.
- Lightly toast bread. Add sandwich spread of choice and top with buffalo chickpea salad.
- If topping your sandwich with red onion, just slice it super thin and pile it on. If using red cabbage or slaw mix, your can lightly dress it with a little oil and vinegar and season to taste.
- Add leafy greens, cabbage or red onion, and any extra veggies your heart desires. Enjoy!
Notes
- Mash chickpeas thoroughly to achieve a flaky salad texture similar to tuna salad.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño seeds to control the spiciness of your sandwich.
- Lightly toasting the bread helps keep the sandwich from becoming soggy.
- Optional spreads like mayonnaise, avocado, or hummus add different creamy textures and flavors.
- Use thinly sliced red onion or lightly dressed red cabbage for added crunch and flavor contrast.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 249kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 42g | 14% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Sodium | 752mg | 31% |
| Potassium | 290mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 1570IU | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 6.9mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.8mg | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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