Chickpea Tuna Salad (Print)

A colorful mash of chickpeas, seaweed, and fresh herbs for a fresh, ocean-inspired dish.

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 2 tablespoons seaweed flakes (dulse or nori), crumbled
03 - 1 celery stalk, finely diced
04 - 1/4 small red onion, finely diced
05 - 1 small dill pickle, finely diced
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

→ Dressing

07 - 3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
08 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
09 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon capers, drained and chopped
11 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
13 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly broken down but still slightly chunky.
02 - Add seaweed flakes, celery, red onion, dill pickle, and parsley if using; mix thoroughly.
03 - Whisk vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, chopped capers, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
04 - Add the dressing to the chickpea mixture and stir well to combine; adjust seasoning as needed.
05 - Serve immediately on bread, wraps, or over greens, or refrigerate up to 3 days.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare with minimal ingredients
  • Completely vegan dairy-free and nut-free making it suitable for many diets
02 -
  • Check seaweed labels for possible cross-contamination if avoiding gluten.
  • This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to three days for make-ahead meals.
03 -
  • For extra crunch and color add diced bell pepper or grated carrot to the mix.
  • A pinch of smoked paprika gives the salad a deeper smokier flavor if desired.
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