Chickpea Salad

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are a great source of protein, fiber and iron and even provide calcium. These are great to keep on hand and make a simple mixture that can be used as a salad topper, dip for crackers, veggies or chips, sandwich stuffing, or eaten by the spoon! Here are some different versions, try one or try them all!

Original Chickpea Salad

• 1 can Chickpeas 
• 2 Tbsp Vegenaise (can use mayonnaise of desired)
• 1 Celery Stalk Chopped
• 1 Tbsp Spicy Brown Mustard
• 1 Tbsp Sweet Relish
• Salt and pepper to taste
  

Super Veggie Chickpea Salad

• 1 can Chickpeas 
• 3 Tbsp Vegenaise (can use mayonnaise of desired)
• 1 Celery Stalk Chopped
• 5 Baby Carrots Chopped OR 1/4 Cup Shredded Carrots
• 1/4 Cup Chopped Onions
• 1/4 Cup Chopped Bell Peppers
• Salt and Pepper to Taste
  

Waldorf Chickpea Salad 

• 1 can Chickpeas 
• 3 Tbsp Vegenaise (can use mayonnaise of desired)
• 1 Celery Stalk Chopped
• 1/4 Cup Chopped Apple of your Choice
• 1/4 Cup Sliced Grapes
• 2 Tbsp Raisins
• 2 Tbsp Chopped Walnuts
• Salt and pepper to taste
  

Hot Buffalo Chickpea Salad

• 1 can Chickpeas 
• 2 Tbsp Vegenaise (can use mayonnaise of desired)
• 1 Celery Stalk Chopped
• 2 Tbsp Buffalo Hot Sauce (adjust depending on the spiciness preferred)

Plain-Jane Chickpea Salad 

• 1 can Chickpeas 
• 3 Tbsp Vegenaise (can use mayonnaise of desired)
• Salt and pepper to taste
  

Create Your Own Chickpea Salad 

• 1 can Chickpeas  
• 3 Tbsp Vegenaise (can use mayonnaise of desired)
• Whatever you happen to find in your cupboard or fridge (fruits, veggies, nuts, herbs) 

Recipe:

• Mash chickpeas in food processor or by hand
• Put in mixing bowl with Vegenaise or mayonnaise
• Combine desired ingredients
• Enjoy....yes it really is that simple! 

*TIP: Use the food processor to chop additional ingredients, but make sure chop them separately to allow for proper consistency