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Vegetarian Mashed Chickpea Salad Recipe

  • Author: Dianna

Ingredients

Scale

  • 2 (15-ounce) cans of chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or vegan mayonnaise for a vegan version)

  • 3 stalks of celery, finely diced

  • 1/2 a medium red onion, finely diced

  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt (or to taste)

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

  • Optional: 1-2 tablespoons of sweet pickle relish for a touch of sweetness and tang

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chickpeas: After rinsing and draining the chickpeas, pat them dry with a paper towel. This step is important as it helps prevent the salad from becoming watery.

  2. Mash the Chickpeas: Place the dried chickpeas in a medium-to-large mixing bowl. Using a potato masher or the back of a fork, mash the chickpeas until you reach your desired consistency. Aim for a rustic texture, leaving about a quarter of the chickpeas partially or wholly intact for a better bite.

  3. Add the Vegetables and Binders: To the bowl with the mashed chickpeas, add the mayonnaise (or vegan mayo/Greek yogurt), finely diced celery, finely diced red onion, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice.

  4. Add the Herbs and Seasonings: Sprinkle in the chopped fresh dill, fresh parsley, sea salt, and black pepper. If you’re using it, add the sweet pickle relish now.

  5. Mix Thoroughly: Using a spatula or spoon, gently fold and stir all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated and well combined.

  6. Taste and Adjust: This is a crucial step. Give the salad a taste. Does it need more salt? A bit more lemon juice for brightness? An extra dollop of mayo for creaminess? Adjust the seasonings to perfectly suit your palate.

  7. Chill (Recommended): For the best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate the chickpea salad for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and deepen. However, if you’re short on time, it can be served immediately.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: One Normal Portion
  • Calories: 250-300

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