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Mediterranean Smashed Chickpea Sandwich
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Mediterranean Smashed Chickpea Sandwich [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

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Picture a Mediterranean platter with all the fix-ins: chickpeas, olives, roasted peppers, garlic, and yumminess. This is that platter in a SANDWICH. This Mediterranean-flavored sandwich ticks all the boxes. Light yet hearty, packed with protein and iron, low in fat, easy to make, and delicious!

Ingredients You Need for Mediterranean Smashed Chickpea Sandwich [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

  • 1-14 ounce can of chickpeas
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 12 pitted Kalamata olives
  • 1 red roasted pepper (from a jar)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves (finely chopped)
  • 1/2 lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper
  • Slices of your favorite bread (gluten-free if needed)
  • Mixed greens
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How to Prepare Mediterranean Smashed Chickpea Sandwich [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

  1. Place drained chickpeas in a blender with garlic cloves, olive oil, and lemon juice. Whizz to a paste.
  2. Transfer chickpea paste to a bowl. Blend in chopped olives, pepper, and basil leaves.
  3. Season to taste.
  4. Spread on your favorite bread with some mixed greens.

Notes

Spread will keep for 2-3 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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