Mouthwatering Chickpea Tuna Salad Sandwiches

These Chickpea Tuna Salad Sandwiches are a delightful twist on the classic tuna salad sandwich. Made with a combination of canned chickpeas and flaked tuna, flavored with a tangy dressing, and served on toasted whole grain bread, these sandwiches are not only delicious but also packed with protein. Perfect for a quick and satisfying lunch or light dinner, these sandwiches will surely become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (5 ounces) tuna, drained
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup diced celery
• 2 tablespoons chopped dill pickle
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• 8 slices whole grain bread
• Lettuce leaves and tomato slices, for serving

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until partially mashed.
2. Add the tuna, red onion, celery, dill pickle, mayonnaise, dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
3. Toast the bread slices until golden and crispy.
4. Spread the chickpea tuna salad mixture onto 4 bread slices.
5. Top with lettuce leaves and tomato slices.
6. Cover with the remaining 4 bread slices to make sandwiches.
7. Slice the sandwiches in half and serve immediately.

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