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Chickpea Avocado Salad Sandwich layered between whole wheat bread on a blue plate.
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Smashed Chickpea Avocado Salad Sandwich

Smashed Chickpea Avocado Salad Sandwich makes the perfect lunch, one that's vegan, healthy, and hearty. This no-cook Indian-inspired sandwich is flavored with green chilies, cilantro, and chat masala. This sandwich tastes incredible and it'll become a favorite in your home.
Prep Time20 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course, Sandwiches
Cuisine: American, Indian-Inspired
Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 3 sandwiches
Author: Nisha Kapur

Ingredients

FOR CHICKPEA AVOCADO MIXTURE

  • 13.4 ounces chickpeas washed, drained, & smashed
  • 1 avocado mashed
  • 1/2 of a lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp salt or more
  • 1/2 cup red onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 green chilies chopped
  • 1 tsp chat masala

TO ASSEMBLE EACH SANDWICH

  • 2-3 butter lettuce leaves
  • 6-7 cucumber slices
  • 2 slices whole wheat bread I used One Mighty Mill brand

Instructions

  • Mash Chickpeas - Wash, rinse, and drain boxed chickpeas. You may also use canned. Add the chickpeas to a large bowl and use a large fork or potato masher to mash chickpeas - it takes a little effort.
  • Mash Avocado - Now, add the avocado and mash the avocado and chickpeas together.
  • Add Veggies & Season - Add finely chopped red onions, cilantro, and green chilies. Season with lemon juice, chat masala, and salt to taste.
  • Assemble Sandwich - Grab 2 slices of toasted whole wheat bread. Top with 2-3 pieces of butter lettuce leaves. Top with 2 generous spoonfuls of the smashed chickpea avocado mixture. Top with 6-7 slices of cucumber with a sprinkle of chat masala. Close the sandwich, Slice it in half, and enjoy immediately.

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Notes

This recipe was first published on July 9, 2012, and has been modified and updated since.
  • Chickpeas - The chickpeas take a little effort so use a large fork or masher to mash them.
  • Veggies - For the best results, finely chop the veggies (red onion, green chilies, cilantro).
  • Bread - Use whole wheat or whole grain bread for a healthier option. In this recipe, I have used whole wheat bread. Sourdough would be the next best option. Alternatively, you may use white, rye bread as well.
  • Gluten-free - For a gf option, use gluten-free bread.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 533kcal | Carbohydrates: 83g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 650mg | Potassium: 1084mg | Fiber: 23g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 5557IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 168mg | Iron: 7mg