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Faux Tuna Salad

Faux Tuna Salad / Vegan 'Tuna' Sandwiches

In need of a quick fix? Here's how to make faux tuna salad from chickpeas - simple, healthy and super yummy, ready in just 15 minutes!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Choose Serving Size 4

Ingredients 

  • 4 cups chickpeas canned, drained
  • 1 stalk celery finely chopped
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • 1 red onion diced
  • 3 cherry tomatoes
  • ¼ cup vegan mayo
  • 2 tbsp flaxseed oil
  • ⅓ cup water
  • 1 tbsp vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 slices bread of your choice

Instructions

  • Crush the chickpeas in a bowl with a fork. Don't mash them completely. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the chopped celery, diced red onion, and green onion.
  • In a blender, combine the vegan mayo, water, vinegar, flaxseed oil, and garlic and pulse until creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add 3 tbsp of the blended dressing to the chickpeas and mix well.
  • Toast the bread, spread some of the remaining dressing on it, then top with the "tuna" and halved cherry tomatoes.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

Store the faux tuna salad in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Assemble the sandwiches just before serving so the bread stays crisp.