That’s how this High Protein Curried Chickpea Salad Sandwich was born. It’s creamy, crunchy, super satisfying, and honestly one of my favorite meal-prep lunches right now. I make a batch, keep it in the fridge, and it saves me every time I need something nourishing, whether I’m flying, working, or editing recipes at home. Delicious on bread, in a wrap, or scooped onto greens.
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Why You’ll Love High Protein Curried Chickpea Salad Sandwich
✔ Full of flavor – All without meat.
✔ Budget-friendly – And high protein.
✔ Quick and easy to make – Perfect for meal prep.
Tips for the Best High Protein Curried Chickpea Salad Sandwich
✔ Make it chunky or smooth – Mash the chickpeas to your preferred texture. Leave more whole for a chunky salad or mash them fully for a smoother, creamier spread.
✔ Adjust the flavors – Taste as you go and tweak the seasoning. Add more lemon for brightness, extra salt for balance, or a touch of Dijon or spices to make it your own.
✔ Pick your base – Bread, wrap, lettuce, or even use it as a dip.
FAQs
Yes! It actually tastes better after the flavors sit. It keeps well in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
Absolutely. You can use mayo, a mix of mayo + yogurt, or a dairy-free yogurt to keep it creamy.
Chickpea salad doesn’t freeze well because the chickpeas’ texture and the creamy dressing can become watery and mushy after thawing. It’s best to make it fresh and store it in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
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High Protein Curried Chickpea Salad Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 can (about 15oz /425g) chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 2 heaping tablespoons Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 Teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 Teaspoon onion powder
- 1 flat Teaspoon curry powder
- 1/4-1/2 Teaspoon salt or more to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Add the chickpeas to a bowl and mash with a fork (keep it chunky or mash it smoother, depending on your preference).
- Mix in the Greek yogurt, green onion, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, onion powder, curry powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir until everything is well combined and creamy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning (more curry, salt, or lemon if needed).
- Serve on toasted bread, in a sandwich, wrap, or over a bed of greens.