The Ultimate Chickpea Salad Sandwich – Packed with Flavor & Protein!

Looking for a delicious, easy-to-make, and protein-packed meal? This Chickpea Salad Sandwich is the perfect option! Made with Wah Gwan Seasonings, this dish delivers bold, well-balanced flavors in every bite. It’s creamy, crunchy, and packed with nourishing ingredients, making it ideal for lunch, meal prep, or a quick snack.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

✅ Incredible Flavor: Wah Gwan Seasonings take this chickpea salad to the next level with a perfect blend of bold, savory, and smoky notes.
✅ High in Protein & Fiber: Chickpeas provide a satisfying plant-based protein source, while added veggies bring extra nutrients.
✅ Versatile & Customizable: We included crispy duck bacon slices for an extra boost of flavor, texture, and protein, but you can easily omit or swap it for vegan bacon to keep it fully plant-based.

How to Enjoy It:

• Serve it on toasted bread for the ultimate sandwich.
• Wrap it in a tortilla for a flavorful lunch on the go.
• Spoon it over a fresh salad for a protein-packed meal.

This recipe is proof that eating healthy, delicious food doesn’t have to be complicated. With Wah Gwan Seasonings, every bite is an explosion of flavor, wellness, and ease—just the way it should be!

Try this recipe today and let us know how you customize it! Tag us on social media @WahGwanGlobal and share your creations. Stay tuned for more recipes, and keep bringing the flavor!

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Wah Gwan Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich 

Serving size 2

4 slices of bread

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

2 tbsp rice wine vinegar

1 tbsp lime juice

½ cup greek yogurt 

¼ cup sour cream (substitute with ¾ vegan mayo or your favorite spread)

1 8oz can of chickpea drained and rinsed

½ cup diced red onion

½ cup diced carrots

½ cup chopped celery

2 tbsp diced jalapeno

¼ cup scallion

¼ cup fresh parsley

1 whole garlic clove

1 tablespoon dijon mustard

1 cup of arugula

1 tbsp Mat Dry Brine

1 tbsp Wah Gwan® all purpose seasoning

Turn the broiler on low. Drizzle some olive oil on each slice of bread. Place on a tray in the middle rack and toast on both sides. 

Mix the lime juice, yogurt, vinegar and sour cream or vegan spread. Season with a pinch of Dry Brine and set aside. In a bowl, smash chickpeas and stir into the sauce you just made. Add Wah Gwan® and Dry Brine, season to taste. 

Place arugula in a bowl and dress with 2 tsp olive oil, a squeeze of lime juice, and a pinch of Mat Dry Brine and set aside. 

To assemble the sandwich, rub garlic on 1 side of toast and spread dijon mustard on the other. Next top with chickpea salad and arugula and serve!