Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. While I was completely obsessed with “all the soups” the last few weeks, my heart has me dreaming of slightly warmer temps. Lately, I have been craving wraps and sandwiches for lunches. This Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich hits all the marks flavor and nutrition wise.
Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich
Chick peas (I use Goya brand) are one of my favorite sources of vegetarian protein. They are high in fiber and believed to aid in insulin regulation and contain both folate and selenium. Now that I’ve convinced you how good they are for you, let me tell you how yummy this Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew salad is.
This is the simplest lunch recipe around. The Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew salad can be added to a regular green salad as a filling protein, wrapped up in a wrap or served in a traditional sandwich. Literally takes about 5 minutes to make. Instead of mayo, I’ve used some tahini whisked with fresh lemon juice and water. Blend in some curry powder, turmeric, salt & pepper and you’ve got one tasty salad.
I mixed in some crunchy cashews to give a nice texture combination and another boost of protein and healthy fats. Sliced green apples gave another tangy taste pop. I love adding some sharp cheddar slices as well but you can keep it vegan by leaving them off. This Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad can be made in advance and kept for all week in the fridge for a combo of salads and sandwiches. I also enjoyed dipping carrots in it for an afternoon snack instead of hummus.
Curried Chick Pea, Green Apple & Cashew Salad Sandwich
Curried chick pea, green apple and cashew come together for this vegan lunch. Easy and healthy
Ingredients
- For tahini dressing:
- 1/3 C of Tahini
- juice of one lemon
- 1/4 C warm water
- 1-2 Tbl curry powder (depending on taste)
- 1 Tsp Turmeric
- salt & pepper to taste
- Recipe:
- 15 oz can chick peas-rinsed and drained
- 1 green apple sliced
- 1/2 C cashews
- optional:
- sliced Cheddar cheese -leave off for vegan
- bread or tortilla
Instructions
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a small bowl
- Smash chick peas in bowl or in food processor leaving some texture
- slowly blend in tahini dressing
- add in cashews
- Assemble sandwich or wrap with sliced apples and cheese if desired
Tell me what’s your go to lunch? Favorite sandwich?
I make a lot of sandwiches for lunch and this is perfect to add to the rotation!
Fabulous I’d love to know how you enjoy it
I enjoy all of these ingredients separately but wouldn’t think to add them into the same dish like this. Love the creativity!
Thanks I hope you give it a try!
What a yummy recipe! I’m always looking for something unique to use in a sandwich!
Me too my lunches can get kind of repetitive!
I am absolutely loving everything going on in this salad! What a great sandwich.
Thanks so much hope you try it out
You share such great recipes because they take easy meals and twist them enough to be interesting again.
Thanks so much!
Lots of yummy flavors and I love that it’s plant based!
Thanks so much super filling too. I just ate the last of it today
I love all the flavors in this, but would have to go light (very light LOL) on the curry. Green apples and cashews, though…bring it!
The curry can certainly be tailored to you tastes!
Oh my goodness, looks amazing! Love chickpeas, so I think that I would definitely love this recipe. Perfect for lunch!
Thanks I hope you give it a try!
I rarely make sandwiches at home, but this recipe reminds me that I should. The green apple slices are brilliant – yum!
maybe this is one your daughter and your husband might like as well!?
Now that’s a sandwich! What a creative idea!
Thanks so much I really liked how the flavors came together
Loving the sounds of this sandwich with the apples and cashews and packed with protein which I need.
Yes me too! Hope you give it a try
That sandwich looks really good!
Thanks so much friend!
That’s my kind of sandwich! Making this for lunch tomorrow!
Fabulous let me know how you like it
This looks quite tasty! My go-to lunch is pretty lazy: a vegan “chicken” patty in a wrap with lettuce, hot sauce, and some kind of dressing. LOL
Oh we can’t have that happen! Hope you try this out
I love how this chickpea cashew salad looks so thick and omelette-like. Chickpeas are one of my favorites too! I’ve been roasting them a lot lately.
roasted chick peas are one of my faves too love them for snacks and for bowls