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Smashed Chickpea Avocado Dill Pickle Sandwiches

Creamy smashed chickpeas and avocado mixed with tangy dill pickles and fresh herbs for a healthy, high-protein plant-based sandwich ready in minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Sandwich Filling
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 large avocado ripe
  • 0.25 cup dill pickles finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil optional
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
Assembly
  • 8 slices whole-grain bread

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

  1. Place drained chickpeas in a mixing bowl and mash until mostly broken down but slightly chunky.
  2. Add avocado and mash together until creamy yet textured.
  3. Stir in dill pickles, dill, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and olive oil.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Toast bread slices if desired.
  6. Spread filling onto bread slices and assemble sandwiches.
  7. Slice and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra freshness, add lettuce, tomato, or red onion before serving. Best enjoyed within 2 days.