This chickpea salad is a vegetarian version of a classic chicken salad. It doesn't mimic the flavor of chicken; it swaps chickpeas in for the chicken. It's an ideal recipe if you're looking for simple, healthy lunch ideas. It is a delicious and fiber-packed vegetarian alternative! Plus, it's easily transportable, perfect for picnics and will surely step up your usual desk lunch. So, whether you're in need of healthy lunch ideas for work or school, or healthy lunch ideas for kids and teens alike, this fresh and creamy chickpea salad may be the answer.
chickpea chicken salad
Chickpea "Chicken" Salad
Ingredient
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½ cup canola mayonnaise
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3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
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1 ½ teaspoons country-style Dijon mustard
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½ teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon smoked paprika
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¼ teaspoon ground pepper
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2 (15 ounce) cans no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed
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½ cup chopped celery (from 2 stalks)
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¼ cup finely chopped shallot (from 1 large shallot)
Instructions
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Combine mayonnaise, parsley, dill, mustard, salt, paprika and pepper in a bowl. Add chickpeas, celery and shallot; stir until well coated.