Buffalo Chickpea Salad Sandwich

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Looking for a vegan lunch idea? Try this 5-minute buffalo chickpea salad sandwich.

Buffalo chickpea salad sandwiches are a great meal prep recipe for lunch.

This recipe is a twist on the classic chickpea salad, with a spicy kick from your favorite hot sauce. I love enjoying it on toasted bread with a bunch of lettuce. If I have some vegan ranch in the fridge, I like to spread it on the bread (buffalo + ranch is an epic combo!)

Ingredients

This recipe calls for a handful of simple ingredients you might already have on hand!

• Chickpeas: A.K.A. garbanzo beans. You just need 1 can.
• Vegan mayo: There are a quite a few vegan mayonnaise options out there now: Hellman's/Best Foods, Vegenaise, and Just Mayo are the ones I see the most.
• Hot sauce: I love Frank's Red Hot for this recipe.
• Celery: Adds a fresh crunch!
• Onion powder, garlic powder, and salt

Instructions

This is one of the easiest lunch recipes to make. You can make the buffalo chickpea salad ahead of time and enjoy it throughout the week, but it is also quick enough to make for a last-minute meal.

1. Mash chickpeas with a fork or pulse in a food processor.
2. Mix in the remaining ingredients. Enjoy in a sandwich with lettuce and other toppings or as a dish with crackers!

Variations & Substitutions

• To make this oil-free, try a bean mayo. Or, you can use the aquafaba (liquid) from the can of chickpeas to add some moisture to the mix. You could also use silken tofu.
• Add green onions or tomatoes for additional flavor.

Storage

• Store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

More Lunch Ideas:

• Lentil Tacos
• Sheet Pan Nachos
• Chickpea Teriyaki Meal Prep Bowls