{"id":32697,"date":"2024-05-11T14:17:21","date_gmt":"2024-05-11T08:47:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=32697"},"modified":"2026-03-16T16:56:56","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T11:26:56","slug":"the-easiest-smashed-chickpea-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/the-easiest-smashed-chickpea-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Easiest Smashed Chickpea Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Smashed chickpea salad <\/strong>is a super healthy, simple side salad or a quick lunch recipe. Overall, it has a creamy deliciousness from the hearty chickpeas mixed with crispy veggies (without any mayo), perfect for a satisfying meal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It\u2019s the vegetarian alternative to traditional tuna salad, made using mashed chickpeas instead of tuna, which is why it's also called chickpea tuna salad. The salad is flavorful, protein-packed and it proves just how delicious a simple salad can be with just a few minutes of work. Cool and creamy with chickpeas and yogurt, it\u2019s the ultimate match for a toasty,\u00a0crunchy slice of sourdough<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

Why you'll love smashed chickpea salad?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Quick summer meal:<\/strong> serve chilled or at room temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Super convenient<\/strong>: You can make it in advance and let it sit in the fridge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Very versatile<\/strong>: Turn it into a smashed chickpea sandwich or stuff it in a wrap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Light & hearty:<\/strong> This can be a side dish for a summer barbecue or a vegetarian main course.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Recipe ingredients<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Chickpeas<\/strong>: Soak dried chickpeas overnight when making garbanzo bean tuna salad. Then cook until tender. You can make this quick salad with canned chickpeas too. Remember to drain them, and then proceed with the recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yogurt<\/strong>: I just love Greek yogurt in smashed chickpea salad. It\u2019s got that tang and creaminess even without the mayo, so it\u2019s definitely the healthier alternative. Or you can whip up some homemade vegan mayo to make vegan tuna salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Onions<\/strong>: I grabbed some red onions from the kitchen because they're always around, but, green onions work just as well. Chop them super fine, and they'll add this crispy, crunchy texture that plays perfectly with the creamy chickpeas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

wonderful sweet potato salad<\/a>\u00a0is like the secret sauce that makes a simple side salad killer. It\u2019s a beautiful sauce that pairs deliciously with Greek yogurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mustard<\/strong>: Any kind works\u2014yellow, Dijon, French\u2014just grab what's in your pantry! You\u2019ll love the lip-smacking piquancy of it in this vegetarian tuna salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Herbs<\/strong>: Dill or cilantro will work in a cinch if parsley is not your cup of tea.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lemon<\/strong> is to brighten up the vegetarian tuna salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add-ins:<\/strong> You can toss anything into this smashed chickpea salad to beef it up. Capers, olives, potatoes, grated carrots, bell peppers\u2014go wild! Want some heartier, healthy fats? Throw in some avocados.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Feeling spicy<\/strong>? Heat things up with hot honey, chili flakes, a splash of\u00a0chili oil<\/a>, cayenne pepper, or\u00a0sambal<\/a>. It's all about making the smashed chickpea salad your own!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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How to make smashed chickpea salad?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong> In a bowl, gently mash cooked chickpeas with a fork or a potato masher.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2:<\/strong> Toss finely chopped celery, parsley, and red onions with the chickpeas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> In another bowl, combine Greek yogurt, tahini, lemon juice, and mustard\u2014season with salt, pepper, and sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4:<\/strong> Next, stir the chickpea smash with the yogurt dressing and give everything a good mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final step:<\/strong> Serve and savor the vegetarian tuna salad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Chickpea salad notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n