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Home » Gluten Free Recipes » Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Published: Jan 20, 2016 by Wendy Polisi Modified: Jan 19, 2020 · 490 words. · About 3 minutes to read this article. This post may contain affiliate links. All opinions are my own.

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The first time I heard of making chickpea salad, I was a bit skeptical.  When I finally tried it, I was blown away!  This Chickpea Salad Sandwich Recipe is one of my go-to lunches.  With smoky almonds and a slight kick of heat, this one never gets old.

Avocado Chickpea Sandwiches with Smokey Almonds - This vegan and gluten free sandwich will have you not missing the meat! Keeps well in the fridge, making it the perfect weekday lunch! - WendyPolisi.com

I've talked before about how since becoming a mother I've had a tough time committing to a workout schedule. Although I need structure to stay on track, I resist it with every inch of my being. I hate following a "program" because I always want to feel like my life is on my terms.

This wouldn't be a problem if I didn't need that structure where I am "supposed" to do something on a given day to follow through and do it. I envy people who can just wake up and choose what they feel like doing for physical activity in a particular day, but left to my device, my choice is always nothing. The only times I've ever been successful are when I've made a commitment that I was socially accountable for in some way.

With that said, I'm nervously starting the new Hammer & Chisel program on Monday.

Avocado Chickpea Sandwiches with Smokey Almonds - This vegan and gluten free sandwich will have you not missing the meat! Keeps well in the fridge, making it the perfect weekday lunch! - WendyPolisi.com
Avocado Chickpea Sandwiches with Smokey Almonds - This vegan and gluten free sandwich will have you not missing the meat! Keeps well in the fridge, making it the perfect weekday lunch! - WendyPolisi.com

I'm a little excited and hopeful, because I feel committed at this point in my life to making fitness a part of it for good. I think it is large because I'm less concerned with the mirror and more facing the fact that I'm going to be 45 this year and that the rest of my life is going to be a whole lot more pleasant if I'm in good shape.

Since I know so many of you are fitness buffs and have done the 21-day Fix (which has roughly the same meal plan), I've got to ask: Do you have any tips for me? Recipes you've used in the program that you would like to share? Leave me a comment here, on Facebook or shoot me an email!

Looking forward to the journey!

In the mean time, I've got a great vegan sandwich recipe for you that uses the almonds from this post. Enjoy.

Recipe Inspired by Thug Kitchen.

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Avocado Chickpea Sandwiches with Smokey Almonds

These Avocado Chickpea Sandwiches with Smokey Almonds prove that a healthy gluten free vegan sandwich can be packed with flavor.  Vegan or not, this is a must try!
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time1 min
Total Time16 mins
Course: Main Course, Vegan
Cuisine: American, Gluten Free, Healthy
Servings: 6
Calories: 267kcal
Author: Wendy Polisi

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups chickpeas drained and rinsed (about 1 can)
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 2 tablespoons vegan mayo homemade mayo or organic mayo
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha
  • 1 cup diced red onion
  • 3 celery ribs chopped
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
  • ¾ cup smokey almonds
  • 12 sliced gluten free bread
  • for serving Lettuce or Sprouts, Tomato

Instructions

  • Combine chickpeas and avocado in a medium bowl. Mash with the back of a fork. Add mayo, lemon, maple syrup and Sriracha and stir until well combined. Add in onion, celery, dill and almonds.
  • To serve, toast bread and place chickpea mixture on one piece. Top with lettuce/sprouts, tomato and remaining bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 459mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Vitamin C: 5.2mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 2.1mg
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About Wendy Polisi

Hi, I’m Wendy! I’m a cook, author, blogger, natural health enthusiast…and most importantly a mom. My boys are 10 & 11 and my late life princess is 3. Firm believers in lifestyle design, our family has been location independent since 2008. Join me to read about our adventures in the kitchen…and out!

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  1. Shannon Graham

    October 10, 2017 at 11:20 pm

    5 stars
    That is a way fancier sandwich than I'm used to and I love it!

    Reply

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