Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich is a spicy vegan twist on chicken salad mashed chickpeas mixed with buffalo sauce, creamy dressing, and crunchy veggies. It’s bold, tangy, and super satisfying. Easy no-cook recipe that’s perfect for lunch or meal prep tastes like buffalo wings in sandwich form!
Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich
Spicy vegan buffalo chickpea salad sandwich with mashed chickpeas, buffalo sauce, and fresh veggies. Quick, protein-packed, and full of flavor.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, add chickpeas. Mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly broken down but still chunky (leave some whole pieces for texture).
- Add buffalo sauce, vegan mayo, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the chickpeas. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Fold in diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and green onions with a spoon. Taste and adjust spice or salt.
- Toast bread slices lightly for extra crunch.
- Spread chickpea salad on one slice of bread. Top with lettuce or spinach. Drizzle extra buffalo sauce or ranch if desired. Close with another slice.
- Cut in half and serve right away or chill for meal prep.
Notes
- Adjust buffalo sauce for spice level start with less if you’re sensitive.
- Mash to your liking: chunkier for texture, smoother for spread.
- Meal prep tip: store chickpea salad in fridge up to 5 days.
- Add crunch: celery is key, but try carrots or pickles too.
- Make it creamy: use vegan ranch as spread or topping.
- Gluten-free: use GF bread or serve in lettuce wraps.
