Ingredients

Green Goddess Dressing:

1/2 cup spinach
1/3 cup fresh basil
2 tbsp fresh dill, roughly chopped
2 green onions, roughly chopped
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 medium avocado, pitted and flesh scooped out
Juice of half a lemon
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
Pinch of salt and pepper

Sandwich Assembly:

1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup cabbage, finely diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
1/3 English cucumber, finely diced
1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced
6–8 slices of your favorite bread
Hummus
Dijon mustard

Instructions

Step 1: Add all the green goddess dressing ingredients—spinach, basil, dill, green onions, nutritional yeast, garlic, avocado, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, salt, and pepper—into a small blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and set aside.

Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, add the rinsed chickpeas and lightly mash them with a fork or potato masher until mostly mashed or to your preferred consistency.

Step 3: Add the finely diced cabbage, red onion, cucumber, and jalapeño to the mashed chickpeas. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and toss everything together to combine.

Step 4: Pour the prepared green goddess dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss well until everything is fully coated with the creamy dressing.

Step 5: To assemble the sandwich, spread hummus on one slice of bread and Dijon mustard on the other. If desired, add extra spinach leaves on the hummus side.

Step 6: Spoon the green goddess salad onto the hummus side, then top with the slice spread with mustard. Close the sandwich and enjoy immediately.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add shredded carrots or thinly sliced radishes to the salad mix.

Swap out bread for a wrap or pita for a different handheld option.

If you prefer milder heat, omit the jalapeño or remove the seeds before dicing.

Use fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro as a substitute if you don’t have dill or basil on hand.

Storage

Store any leftover green goddess salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. It’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can reheat only the bread lightly if preferred; avoid reheating the salad to maintain its freshness. Assemble sandwiches just before eating to keep bread from becoming soggy.

FAQs

Can I make the dressing ahead of time?

Yes, the green goddess dressing can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Give it a quick stir before using as some separation may occur.

Is this sandwich suitable for vegans?

Absolutely! This sandwich is naturally vegan-friendly, using plant-based ingredients like nutritional yeast and avocado for creaminess without any dairy.