What kind of apple works best in this recipe?

A Gala apple is suggested for its crispness and sweetness, but any firm, sweet-tart apple would work well to complement the savory flavors.

Can I use a food processor to prepare the ingredients?

Yes, you can pulse the celery, bell pepper, apple, and chickpeas in a food processor until they are chopped into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks, then mix in the remaining dressing ingredients by hand.

How can I serve this Apple-Dill Chickpea Mash?

It's versatile! Enjoy it in whole grain sandwiches or wraps with lettuce and tomato, open-faced on toast, or as a protein-rich topping for a baby spinach salad with lemon tahini dressing.

How long can I store leftover chickpea mash?

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

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Apple-Dill Chickpea Mash
[Vegan]

LM By: Lauren McNeill

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A vibrant Apple-Dill Chickpea Mash served open-faced on toasted whole grain bread, garnished with fresh dill and a lemon wedge.

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Ingredients You Need for Apple-Dill Chickpea Mash [Vegan]

For the Chickpea Mash:

1 (19-oz [540-g]) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup (101 g) diced celery, about 2 stalks
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 apple, chopped (Gala works well)
1/4 red onion, diced
3 tablespoons (45 ml) vegan mayonnaise
1 tablespoon (15 ml) Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons (1 g) fresh dill, chopped
2 tablespoons (30 ml) freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper, or to taste

For Serving:

For sandwiches: whole grain bread, lettuce and tomato
For wraps: whole wheat wrap, lettuce and tomato
For toast: whole grain bread
For salad: baby spinach salad mix and lemon tahini dressing

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How to Prepare Apple-Dill Chickpea Mash [Vegan]

In a large bowl, using a potato masher or the back of a fork, mash the chickpeas until about three-quarters of the chickpeas are mashed and the rest are left whole. Be mindful not to mash everything smooth; some bigger chunks make for the best texture
Add the celery, bell pepper, apple, red onion, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper to the bowl and stir them well to combine. If you would prefer to use a food processor, add the celery, bell pepper, apple and chickpeas, and pulse until they're chopped into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks. Remove the ingredients from the food processor, and add them to a large bowl to mix in the remaining ingredients (mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, dill, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt and pepper).
Serve the chickpea mash in a sandwich, wrap, open-faced on toast or in a salad. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.