Vegan "Tuna" Melt
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 210 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 can 15 oz. chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 red onion finely chopped
- 2 stalks of celery finely diced
- 1 large carrot shredded
- 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sweet relish
- 2 Tbsp. capers optional
- 2 tsp. dried dill
- 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp. lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove minced
- Vegan butter for grilling bread
- 4 slices of bread any variety
- Vegan cheese sliced or shredded
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings:
- avocado slices
- tomato slices
- lettuce
Instructions
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In large mixing bowl, mash chickpeas with fork.
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Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
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Over medium heat, preheat frying pan, griddle or panini press.
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Spread vegan butter on one side of each of the 4 slices of bread.
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On dry side of 2 slices, spread chickpea mixture and top with cheese.
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Place second piece of bread on top to close sandwiches, with butter on outside.
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Place sandwiches in frying pan press and cook until browned on each side, flipping carefully halfway through.
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Remove from heat, cut sandwiches in half and enjoy.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Vegan "Tuna" Melt
Amount Per Serving
Calories 210
Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 1g5%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.3g
Sodium 587mg24%
Potassium 211mg6%
Carbohydrates 25g8%
Fiber 3g12%
Sugar 8g9%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 2900IU58%
Vitamin C 5mg6%
Calcium 94mg9%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.