Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich – Light, Flavorful & Family-Approved
You know those recipes that just work? The ones that you come back to week after week because they’re easy, delicious, and make everyone at the table happy? This Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich is one of those go-to staples in our home.
It’s light but filling, flavorful but not overwhelming, and so simple to prep. We use it for lunches, snacks, even quick dinners when the day gets away from us (which happens more than I’d like to admit!). What I love most is how versatile it is - sandwiches, wraps, crackers, lettuce cups, or straight from the spoon.
And yes - the whole family is on board with this one. Even the “not-so-sure-about-chickpeas” people. Something about the combination of buffalo sauce, crisp veggies, and creamy hummus just makes it crave-worthy.
Why You’ll Love This Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich
✔️ Perfect for meal prep – Make it once, eat it all week.
✔️ Flavor-packed but healthy – The buffalo spice is bold without being overpowering.
✔️ Great for sandwiches, wraps, crackers, or on its own.
✔️ Plant-based and protein-rich – Chickpeas + hummus = deliciously satisfying.
✔️ Family-approved – A rare win everyone in my house agrees on!
Buffalo Chickpea Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients:
Buffalo Chickpea Salad:
15 oz canned chickpeas (drained + rinsed)
3 stalks green onion, chopped
2–3 stalks celery, finely chopped
¼ cup shredded carrots
1–2 jalapeños, seeded and minced (adjust to your heat preference)
¼–⅓ cup plain hummus
2 TBSP hot sauce (like Frank’s RedHot), plus extra to taste
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp pepper
For the Sandwich:
Bread (your favorite kind – we love it on sourdough!)
Leafy greens (I used arugula, but spinach or lettuce works too)
Red cabbage or thinly sliced red onion
Optional sandwich spreads: mashed avocado or extra hummus
How to Make It:
1️⃣ In a mixing bowl, lightly mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher - leave some texture.
2️⃣ Add the green onion, celery, shredded carrots, and jalapeños. Mix well.
3️⃣ Stir in the hummus, hot sauce, salt, and pepper until combined. Taste and adjust spice as needed.
4️⃣ Assemble your sandwich:
Toast your bread if you’d like (we usually do for texture!).
Spread mashed avocado or hummus on one or both sides.
Add arugula or greens, a hearty scoop of the buffalo chickpea salad, and top with red cabbage or onion slices.
5️⃣ Slice, serve, and enjoy!
Ways We Enjoy This Salad at Home
This recipe is so flexible - we’ve eaten it:
On sandwiches or wraps for an easy lunch
Topped on rice cakes or whole grain crackers for a quick snack
Rolled into lettuce wraps for a lighter option
Scooped straight out of the bowl when no one’s looking 🙃
It keeps really well in the fridge for 3–4 days, so I often double the recipe and we’re set for days.
Why This One’s a Family Favorite
I love cooking, but I don’t always have time to create something elaborate. This recipe is one of those simple wins that checks all the boxes. It’s flavorful, nutrient-packed, and doesn’t require a long list of ingredients or a lot of effort.
Even better? It brings us together. Whether I’m packing sandwiches for a hike, prepping school lunches, or pulling out leftovers for a no-stress dinner, this recipe has a way of making life a little easier - and a lot tastier.
We all need more of that, right?
Let’s Chat!
Have you tried chickpeas buffalo-style? What’s your favorite way to serve this salad? Drop a comment below or tag me on Instagram - I love seeing your creations and hearing how you make recipes your own.
Here’s to flavorful food that’s as easy as it is nourishing!
