Cajun Chickpea Po' Boy

The Cajun Chickpea Po' Boy is a delightful twist on the classic sandwich, featuring spiced chickpeas for a hearty and satisfying filling. Topped with zesty remoulade and fresh vegetables, it's a perfect dairy-free lunch option bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 400 grams, drained and rinsed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Cajun seasoning - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• French baguette - 1 large (about 250 grams)
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Pickles - 4 slices
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, thinly sliced
• Dijon mustard - 1 tablespoon
• Vegan mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Hot sauce - to taste (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the chickpeas are evenly coated.
3. Spread the seasoned chickpeas on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden, stirring halfway through.
4. While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the remoulade by mixing together the vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and hot sauce (if using) in a small bowl. Set aside.
5. Slice the baguette in half lengthwise and lightly toast it in the oven for the last 5 minutes of the chickpeas' cooking time.
6. Once the chickpeas are done, assemble the Po' Boys by spreading the remoulade on both sides of the toasted baguette. Add a layer of lettuce, followed by roasted chickpeas, tomato slices, pickles, and red onion.
7. Close the sandwich and slice it in half, then serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• Rich in fiber, which aids digestion and promotes satiety.

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