Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Ingredients

• •1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• •1/4 cup mayonnaise
• •1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• •1/2 tsp garlic powder
• •1/2 tsp onion powder
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •1 cup lettuce, shredded
• •1 medium tomato, diced
• •4 slices of whole grain bread
• •Optional: 1/4 tsp paprika for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   In a bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky.

2. 2

   Add mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix until well combined.

3. 3

   Stir in the diced tomato and shredded lettuce gently into the mixture.

4. 4

   Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper according to your preference.

5. 5

   Spread the chickpea salad evenly on two slices of whole grain bread.

6. 6

   Top with the remaining slices of bread to form sandwiches.

7. 7

   If desired, sprinkle paprika on top of the sandwiches for extra flavor and color.

8. 8

   Cut the sandwiches in half and serve immediately.