Are you looking to boost your fiber intake but not sure how? Look no further than this week's delicious Chickpea Salad Sandwich on Rye, featuring our versatile secret ingredient, just better.® Prebiotic Fiber! 😉
This recipe transforms the humble chickpea into a creamy, crave-worthy sandwich filling that is nutrient-dense and keeps you feeling satisfied!
Chickpeas: Small But Mighty
Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are both versatile and nutritious, packing a punch well above their weight. A staple in global cuisines from Indian to Mediterranean, they offer a creamy texture and nutty flavor that compliments a vast array of dishes—from salads and soups to spreads and stews.
Rich in Protein: Chickpeas are a fantastic source of protein, which is crucial for muscle repair, immune function, and bone health. This makes them an excellent choice for plant-based meal plans.
High in Dietary Fiber: Chickpeas are loaded with dietary fiber. Fiber supports our digestive system and keeps us feeling full and satisfied after meals.
The high fiber content of chickpeas is excellent for regulating blood sugar levels by slowing the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream. This can be especially beneficial for people managing diabetes or looking to stabilize their energy levels throughout the day.
Promotes Heart Health: The fiber in chickpeas also helps reduce cholesterol levels, which can help prevent heart disease. Additionally, chickpeas contain significant amounts of heart-healthy nutrients like potassium and magnesium. Potassium helps counteract the effects of sodium and lowers blood pressure, while magnesium improves circulation and oxygen delivery to body tissues.
Essential Nutrients: Chickpeas are a good source of several key vitamins and minerals, including iron, which is needed to produce hemoglobin and prevent anemia; zinc, which supports immune health; and B vitamins, which play an essential role in brain health and energy levels.
Versatility in Cooking: Chickpeas can be used in so many ways; whether tossed in salads, ground into flour, cooked into stews, or mashed into a creamy DIY hummus, they adapt well to both flavor and texture preferences. Their ability to absorb flavors and contribute protein makes them a particularly valuable ingredient in plant-based cooking.
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Chickpea Salad Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients:
1 can (15 ounces) of chickpeas, rinsed and drained (pat dry)
4 tablespoons of just better.® Prebiotic Fiber
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
1/4 cup radishes, diced
2 Dill pickle spear, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice (or pickle juice)
Salt and pepper to taste
Rye bread
Lettuce leaves, avocado, and tomato slices for serving
Directions:
Open the can of chickpeas, drain, and rinse. Pat the chickpeas dry with a paper towel.
In a mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until coarsely mashed.
In a separate small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with just better.® Prebiotic Fiber until well combined.
Add the just better.® mayo to the mashed chickpeas, along with Dijon mustard, celery, radishes, pickles, and lemon/pickle juice.
Stir until everything is evenly combined.
Season the chickpea mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous layer of the chickpea salad over a slice of rye bread. Add lettuce, avocado, and tomato slices, top with another slice of bread, and serve immediately.
Enjoying Fiber with Flavor
This Chickpea Salad Sandwich is a treat for your taste buds AND for your digestive health, thanks to the added just better.® Prebiotic Fiber. Recipes like this prove that eating healthily doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor or spending too much time in the kitchen.
Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, this satisfying sandwich is perfect for a quick lunch!
So, bite into the delightful textures and flavors of our Chickpea Salad Sandwich, and give your body the fiber it needs to live just better.®!
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