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    Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad (Gluten Free, Easy)

    Published: Mar 21, 2019 by Stephanie 7 Comments

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    This Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad is ready in under 15 minutes and is perfect on a wrap for lunch. Also great for snacking on with crackers or even topped on a salad for an easy dinner. Gluten Free, Vegan option, Easy, Delicious.Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad in a black bowl topped with parsley and a blue napkin beside it.

     

    Hey Guys... if you're looking for an easy, delicious vegetarian version for tuna salad then you've ARRIVED.

    Cause this stuff is it, the bomb 👐  ... healthy, tasty and will be your go to for easy nutritious meals. 

    I seriously make this stuff all the time... especially in the spring and summer since no stove required.

    And with less then 10 easy to find ingredients there is no reason not to make a double batch. 

    Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad

    Plus most of the stuff you probably regularly have on hand.

    HOW TO MAKE MOCK "TUNA" CHICKPEA SALAD

    First you'll wanna drain and rinse a can of chickpeas...

    Next I like to pulse them a few times in the food processor to get the perfect texture...

    But you can also mash them with a fork or potato masher if you prefer.

    Once you have mashed chickpeas just put them in a bowl with remaining ingredients and stir to combine.

    See... told ya it was super simple. 😉

    And it will look something like this before adding the mayo and seasonings.

     

    Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad in a black bowl before dressing added.

     

    CAN I MAKE SUBSTITUTIONS

    This could easily be made Vegan just by using vegan mayo but other than that I wouldn't recommend switching  or leaving anything out.

    I've actually had it with the vegan mayo and it's equally as good.

    WAYS TO SERVE CHICKPEA SALAD

    • Topped on a salad
    • Spread on sandwich bread or bun
    • Or with crackers or chips

     

    Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad on a cracker topped with tomato slaie with parsley and a black bowl in background.

     

    Ya see Why I can easily make a complete meal out this stuff...

    So many yummy ways to serve it up... just get a little creative and top with all your FAV's.

     

    Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad on a wrap on a white plate garnished with parsley.

     

    And if you're into wraps like we are... then give it a try with these homemade Soft Almond Flour Toritllas.

    They're one of the most popular recipes here on AFCJ... so you should really find out why.

    And you'll probably be making them on the regular as well to hold all your favorite goodies...

    AND guess what? Not only are the wraps delicious with this Mock Tuna Chickpea salad but they're also Low carb.

    So if you want a tasty gluten free Low carb wrap be sure to check them out.

     

    MORE CHICKPEA RECIPE IDEAS

    Chickpea Cookie Dough Bites 

    Cauliflower & Chickpea Patties

    Lemony Roasted Broccoli Chickpea Salad

     

    Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad in a black bowl garnished with parsley and a silver spoon sitting on a blue towel.

     

    AND IF YOU MAKE THIS RECIPE PLEASE BE SURE TO LET ME KNOW IN THE COMMENTS BELOW…..

    I’d love to hear if you make this & how you like it. Plus please be sure to include a star ⭐ rating.

     

    Until next time-xoxo

     

     

    Stephanie

     

     

     

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    Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad in a black bowl garnished with parsley and a silver spoon sitting on a blue towel.
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    Mock Tuna Chickpea Salad (Gluten Free, Easy)

    This Chickpea salad comes together in under 15 minutes and is great topped on a salad, sandwich bread, wraps or even crackers.
    Course Appetizer, Lunch/Dinner, Snack
    Cuisine American, Gluten Free
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 8
    Calories 128kcal
    Author Stephanie

    Ingredients

    • 1 15.5 ounce can chickpeas drained and rinsed
    • 2 stalks celery finely diced
    • ¼ large red onion finely diced
    • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
    • ⅓ cup +2 tbsp mayo
    • 1 tbsp. dijon mustard
    • 2 tsp. apple cider vinegar
    • ¼ tsp. dried dill weed
    • salt & pepper to taste
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    Instructions

    • Drain chickpeas and rinse with cold water.
    • Pulse chickpeas in food processor several clicks till mashed to desired consistency. 
    • Meanwhile finely dice celery, onion, and garlic
    • Add mashed chickpeas to bowl along with remaining ingredients and stir till everything is thoroughly incorporated.
    • Serve immediately or store in a covered container in fridge for up to a week.

    Notes

    Vegan option: sub vegan mayo for regular mayo

    Nutrition

    Calories: 128kcal
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    1. Kristina

      March 22, 2019 at 7:23 pm

      Love how versatile this dish is, can be served so many different ways but always have the same great taste! On board with trying this soon!

      Reply
    2. Katie

      March 22, 2019 at 7:20 pm

      This is an amazing idea! I can't wait to try it out, and share this with some of my vegetarian friends! The flavor combo that you used and the creaminess with the mayo is an amazing combo!

      Reply
    3. Tawnie Kroll

      March 22, 2019 at 7:13 pm

      Love how versatile this is! So creative!

      Reply
    4. Natalie

      March 22, 2019 at 6:30 pm

      I've been making same tuna salad for ages now. It's definitely time to change the recipe. This salad looks so creamy, easy and beyond delicious. + you added Dijon mustard which is like my favorite thing to add in salads. I'm soooo making this next!

      Reply
      • Stephanie

        March 22, 2019 at 6:39 pm

        Yay! It's really good Natalie and I'm sure you'll love it. 😘

        Reply
    5. Andrea Metlika

      March 22, 2019 at 6:22 pm

      I love chickpeas and this looks awesome!

      Reply
    6. Jen

      March 22, 2019 at 5:56 pm

      This will be so perfect for lunch today. I think I'm going to serve them in lettuce wraps. Yum!

      Reply
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