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Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich

Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich

Spicy vegan buffalo chickpea salad sandwich with mashed chickpeas, buffalo sauce, and fresh veggies. Quick, protein-packed, and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans 15 oz each chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup buffalo sauce Frank's or similar
  • ⅓ cup vegan mayo or plain yogurt
  • 2 celery stalks finely diced
  • ½ red bell pepper finely diced
  • ½ red onion finely diced
  • 2 green onions sliced
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 slices bread whole grain or your favorite
  • Lettuce or spinach leaves
  • Extra buffalo sauce or ranch dressing for drizzling

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. 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).
  2. Add buffalo sauce, vegan mayo, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the chickpeas. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
  3. Fold in diced celery, red bell pepper, red onion, and green onions with a spoon. Taste and adjust spice or salt.
  4. Toast bread slices lightly for extra crunch.
  5. 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.
  6. 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.