Description

This Peanut Miso Cucumber Crunch Sandwich is a refreshing, protein-packed, and flavorful sandwich that requires no cooking! The combination of creamy peanut miso chickpea salad and crunchy cucumber with a hint of spice makes it a perfect choice for a quick healthy lunch or easy dinner recipe. With 22g of protein per serving, it’s a great option for high-protein recipes and a delicious vegan meal.

Ingredients

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Peanut Cucumber Crunch Salad:

1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
Pinch of kosher salt
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, minced
1 scallion, thinly sliced
3 tbsp crushed peanuts
Zest and juice of 1 lime
1 heaping tbsp natural peanut butter
2 tsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tsp sriracha
1 tsp maple syrup (optional)

Peanut Miso Chickpea Salad:

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tsp white miso paste
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1 garlic clove, grated
2 tbsp natural peanut butter, salted
1 tbsp sriracha
2 tsp maple syrup
2 tsp rice wine vinegar

For the Sandwich:

6–8 slices sourdough or whole wheat bread
Vegan mayo, for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Prepare the Cucumber Salad:
- In a medium bowl, add the sliced cucumbers and sprinkle with salt.
- Add cilantro, scallions, peanuts, and lime zest.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, peanut butter, soy sauce, sriracha, and maple syrup. Pour over the cucumbers and toss well.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
Make the Chickpea Salad:
- In a separate medium bowl, mash the chickpeas with miso paste using a fork (mash as much or as little as you prefer).
- Stir in scallions, garlic, peanut butter, sriracha, maple syrup, and rice vinegar. Mix until well combined.
- Refrigerate until ready to assemble.
Assemble the Sandwich:
- Spread a thin layer of vegan mayo on each bread slice (optional).
- Add a generous scoop of the peanut miso chickpea mixture onto one slice and spread evenly.
- Layer the cucumber salad on top.
- Place another slice of bread on top, press gently, and enjoy!

Notes

Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Can be prepped ahead and stored in the fridge for easy meal prep.
Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free version.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 480
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 650 mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 3.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 0mg