Daydreaming of BBQs and sunny days with friends, even though it’s technically still winter here in Canada. But, if I were going to a BBQ, I would be bringing this delicious Creamy Vegan Chickpea Salad.
Great for gatherings or make-ahead lunches, this versatile salad is a perfect way to get in those veggies when time is not on your side.
Made with simple ingredients like canned chickpeas, crunchy finely diced veggies, fresh herbs, and a zippy vegan mayo-based dressing. It only requires one bowl and can be made in 20 minutes.
Eat it as a sandwich, a wrap, over lettuce, or on its own. With so many ways to enjoy it, you will never get sick of eating this Creamy Vegan Chickpea salad.
Creamy Vegan Chickpea Salad
The perfect make-ahead meal for busy days. Smashed chickpeas, finely diced veggies, and fresh herbs tossed in a tangy vegan mayo-based sauce. Perfect as a sandwich, wrap, or simply on its own.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 14 oz can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- ½ red bell pepper finely diced
- 2 stalks celery finely diced
- ¼ cup red onion finely diced
- 2 pickles finley diced
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ¼ tsp salt more to taste
- 3 tbsp vegan mayo
- 1-2 tbsp pickle juice
- ½ tbsp dijon mustard
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp fresh dill
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
- 5 twists fresh pepper
- pinch of chilli flakes optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, smash chickpeas with a potato masher until flaked in texture.
- Add the red pepper, celery, red onion, pickles, garlic, and salt. Stir to combine.
- Mix in the mayo, pickle juice, mustard, maple, dill, parsley, pepper, and chili flakes if using. Combine until fully coated.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately, or let the mixture cool in the fridge for 10-20 min to allow flavors to meld for best results.
Notes
Storage: This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Mayo: If you aren’t vegan, regular mayo or even greek yogurt could work well here. Just adjust seasonings are needed.
Best Results: I found letting the mixture cool in the fridge before serving tasted best, even better the next day!
