Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich for 4

Instructions:

1. Empty the rinsed chickpeas into a medium mixing bowl. Using a potato masher or fork, press down firmly but inconsistently until approximately 50% of the chickpeas are crushed and 50% remain whole. Note: This prevents the salad from becoming a paste.
2. Add the vegan mayo, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic powder to the bowl. Stir until the dressing creates a velvety coating over the chickpeas.
3. Fold in the diced red onion, celery, parsley, and capers. Mix gently for about 1 minute until the ingredients are evenly distributed but the whole chickpeas remain intact.
4. Lay out your 8 slices of bread. Place a leaf of lettuce on each slice until the bread is fully covered. Note: This is your moisture barrier.
5. Scoop a generous portion of the smashed chickpea salad onto the lettuce. Press it down slightly until it forms a flat, stable layer.
6. Layer with tomato slices and avocado slices on top of the salad.
7. Close the sandwich with the second piece of bread. Press down firmly until the layers integrate.
8. Slice diagonally. Until the bread gives a satisfying crunch, you've got the perfect build.