CHICKPEA NOT SO TUNA SALAD

By Dawn Hilton Williams, The Vegucator Serves up to 8

INGREDIENTS

3–15 oz cans of chickpeas (garbanzos), rinsed and drained 3/4 cup celery, finely diced

1⁄2 cup red onions, finely diced

2 TBSP fresh dill, rough chopped 3/4 cup vegan mayonnaise

2 TBSP stone ground or Dijon mustard 2 TBSP relish (optional)

DRY INGREDIENTS

Zest of 1 medium lemon

2 TBSP dulse granules (or 1 TBSP nori flakes, ground) 1/2 tsp garlic powder

1⁄2 tsp black pepper

1⁄2 tsp kosher salt (optional)

METHOD

  1. ADD garbanzo/chickpeas to food processor and quick pulse in 4-5 second intervals for two rounds to break them up (not mushy), remove from processor, add to large mixing bowl and repeat until finished all the beans.
  2. ADD all remaining ingredients, except lemon zest and fresh dill, fold to combine
  3. ADD lemon zest, dill, fold to incorporate and taste to adjust seasonings
  4. FINISH with any extra dill and serve and enjoy over salads or with crackers or veggies

PROTECTIVE BENEFITS

  • Protects heart and digestive health
    • Chickpeas provide protein, fiber, potassium and magnesium
    • Support healthy blood pressure & cardiovascular function.
    • Helps slow digestion and glucose absorption, supporting metabolic stability.
    • Delivers meaningful fiber to support gut health and microbiome balance.
    • Provides iron, folate and zinc, nutrients often under-consumed in standard diets.
    • Supports brain & thyroid health

NOTES

  • If you don’t have a food processor, in a large bowl, add small batches of chickpeas and use the back of your fork or a potato masher to break them up. Remember, not mushy.

Dulse granules are widely available at Asian supermarkets and on amazon