Faux Chick N Salad

Experience the perfect blend of flavor and texture with this easy and protein-packed Faux Chick N Salad, a plant-based twist on a classic favorite. This vegan recipe swaps out chicken for mashed chickpeas, creating a satisfying, chunky bite that's balanced with creamy vegan mayonnaise and a medley of crisp celery, tangy dill pickles, and finely diced red onion. Elevated with a hint of Dijon mustard, fresh parsley, and a squeeze of lemon for brightness, this quick 15-minute dish offers versatility galore—serve it as a sandwich filling, a wrap, or over a bed of greens for a healthy, delicious lunch or light dinner. With no cooking required and a chilled preparation time that lets the flavors meld, this recipe is an effortless, customizable staple, perfect for meal prep or a last-minute meal. Optimize your plant-based lifestyle with this must-try vegan chickpea salad recipe today!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) or 1.5 cups chickpeas (canned or cooked)
• 0.333 cup vegan mayonnaise
• 2 stalks celery stalks, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
• 2 tablespoons dill pickle, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon optional: paprika

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

Place the chickpeas in a large mixing bowl. Using a fork or potato masher, partially mash the chickpeas until the mixture is about 75% mashed, leaving some texture for a 'chunky' bite.

Step 3

Add the vegan mayonnaise, celery, red onion, dill pickle, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and parsley to the bowl with the chickpeas.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and optional paprika for a hint of smoky flavor.

Step 5

Mix everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.

Step 6

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, although you can serve it immediately if desired.

Step 7

Serve in a sandwich, wrap, or on a bed of fresh greens. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	496.1 grams (496.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	611

Total Fat 23.50g	30%
Saturated Fat 3.10g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.90g
Cholesterol 18mg	6%
Sodium 3209mg	140%
Total Carbohydrate 82.60g	30%
Dietary Fiber 19.80g	71%
Total Sugars 19.60g
Protein 21.40g	43%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178mg	14%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1061mg	23%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.7%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 52.7%