Vegan Mediterranean Chickpea Egg Salad

Author: Madly Delicious

This Vegan Mediterranean Chickpea Egg Salad is a vibrant, plant-based spin on classic egg salad—made with mashed chickpeas, fire-roasted red peppers, fresh herbs, and a tangy yogurt-Dijon dressing. It’s creamy, satisfying, and perfect for sandwiches, wraps, or a quick snack with crackers.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Lunch, Snack

Cuisine Mediterranean-Inspired

Servings - 4

Equipment

Potato masher (optional)

Ingredients

1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
½ cup jarred fire-roasted red peppers, diced
¼ cup red onion, diced
2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
3 tbsp plain unsweetened plant-based yogurt (or vegan mayo)
4 tsp Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Smash the Chickpeas: Add drained chickpeas to a large bowl. Use a fork or potato masher to roughly mash, leaving some chunks for texture.
Mix the Salad: Add ½ cup diced fire-roasted red peppers, ¼ cup diced red onion, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, 3 tablespoons plain yogurt or mayo, and 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard. Mix everything together until fully combined.
Taste and Adjust: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust mustard, yogurt or herbs if desired.
Serve: Serve in sandwiches, wraps, lettuce cups, or with crackers. Enjoy immediately or chill for later.

Notes

Red Onion Substitute

Use 2 tbsp finely chopped chives for a milder flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Great in sandwiches, wraps, or scooped onto cucumber slices or crackers.

Add-Ins:

Capers for briny zing
Chopped kalamata olives for saltiness
Finely chopped cucumber for crunch

Storage

Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 175kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 8gFat: 4.5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gSodium: 320mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 55mgIron: 2mg

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