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a sandwich filled with white bean artichoke sandwich filling, lettuce and tomato

White Bean Artichoke Vegan Sandwich Filling

Author: Melanie McDonald
4.67 from 21 votes
This delicious Vegan Sandwich Filling features smashed white beans, chunky artichoke hearts and a deliciously tangy, creamy, dressing. It's easy to make and great to have on hand for packed lunches.
PREP TIME: 10 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings of ¼ cup (about 2 cups total)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 x 15oz (398 ml) can white beans , (around 1½ cups)
  • 6 plump artichoke hearts from a can or jar
  • 4 tablespoons hulled sunflower seeds
  • ½ clove garlic , minced or grated very finely
  • 1 teaspoon rosemary , fresh or dried (thyme or parsley work too)
  • 1 zest of a lemon
  • ¼ teaspoon fine salt , plus more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper , plus more to taste

Then choose:

  • EITHER 4 to 5 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
  • OR ½ cup (75 grams) raw cashew nuts
  • and 6 tablespoons (90 ml) plant milk , unflavoured & unsweetened

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Drain the beans and add to a medium bowl. Partially mash them with a fork or potato masher so there is a good mix of smushed and partially smushed beans.
  • Chop the artichoke hearts into small but chunky pieces and add them to the beans, then add the sunflower seeds, garlic, rosemary, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
  • If using vegan mayo, add it now, using enough to bind everything together well and make it creamy. Be sure to mix it up really well so everything is combined.
  • If using cashews, add them to a blender with the plant milk and blend until completely smooth. Be sure to drain thoroughly. It will thicken a little as it stands so don't worry if it looks a bit thin. Once done, add to the bean mixture and stir well to combine.
    If you don't have a high-powered blender I recommend soaking them in boiling water for 15 minutes first.
  • Taste to check the seasoning, adding more as necessary, then transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until needed.

NOTES

Store in the fridge for 4 to 5 days. Stir well before using.
I do not recommend freezing.

NUTRITION

Serving: 70g / about ¼ cup | Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 243mg | Potassium: 285mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 349IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg
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