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Vegan 'Tuna' Salad

Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 Serving
Calories 318 kcal

Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups (304g) Chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed) - About 1 full 15-ounce can
  • 2 tbsps (30g) Sauerkraut (juice only) - Sauerkraut Juice available in 16.9-fluid-ounce bottles
  • ½ cup (61g) Lemon Juice - Juice from 1 ¼ lemons
  • 2 tbsps (30g) Dijon Mustard - Available in 8-ounce jars
  • ¼ cup (39g) Pickle - About ½ medium-sized pickle
  • 2 tbsps (17g) Capers - Available in 8.4-ounce jars
  • ½ cup (97g) Red Onion (finely diced) - About 1 medium-sized onion
  • 1 cup (101g) Celery (finely diced) - About 2 ½ medium-sized stalks
  • 2 tbsps (1g) Fresh Dill (finely chopped) - Available in small bunches
  • 2 tbsps (18g) Sunflower Seeds - Available in 5.25-ounce bags

Instructions
 

  • Drain the chickpeas and gently pat dry.
  • Place the chickpeas, sauerkraut juice, lemon juice, dijon, pickles, and capers into your food processor or blender. Pulse gently until the texture is just slightly chunky. You can also mash this mixture together in a bowl, instead of using a food processor.
  • Transfer to a mixing bowl and stir in the onion, celery, dill, and sunflower seeds.
  • Toss well and enjoy!

Notes

  • No Sauerkraut Juice: Use pickle juice or apple cider vinegar in place of the sauerkraut juice.
  • Serve it: On a salad, in lettuce or nori wraps, with vegetable slices, or with homemade chips.

Nutrition

Calories: 318kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 14gFat: 9.7gFiber: 13g