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The Best Chickpea Recipes

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Key takeaways
  • Chickpeas soak up spices in curries and soups; hearty mains include Easy Chickpea Tikka Masala and Creamy Coconut Chickpea Curry.
  • Perfect for salads and meal prep, chickpeas add protein and texture; try 15-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Salad or Curried Chickpea Salad.
  • Great in sandwiches and wraps for quick lunches; favorites include Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich and Vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad.
  • Snack-friendly: crispy roasted chickpeas, vibrant Beet Hummus, and homemade Falafel make easy crowd-pleasing bites.

Vegan Jennifer Aniston salad in serving bowl with spoon

I use chickpeas a lot in my cooking and these are the BEST chickpea recipes! From comforting main dishes to fresh salads and snacks, these dishes are packed with garbanzo bean goodness.

Vegan Jennifer Aniston salad with chickpeas in serving bowl with spoon.

If I had to choose one ingredient to take with me on a desert island, there’s no question or hesitation: it’s chickpeas, AKA garbanzo beans. These humble little legumes are creamy, hearty, and packed with plant-based protein. And if you’re not on a desert island and limited to a single ingredient, chickpeas work in everything from cozy curries and salads to sandwiches and pizza.

I always have a few cans of chickpeas stashed in my pantry because they’re the backbone of so many of my favourite easy vegan dinners and meal prep lunches. If you do too and you’re looking for some new ways to use them, here are the BEST chickpea recipes to add to your weekly meal plan.

Chickpea Curries & Comfort Food

Chickpeas are a natural in curries, soups, and other comfort food recipes. I love how they soak up the flavours of these dishes!

Vegan Cauliflower Tagine With Chickpeas

This Moroccan-inspired tagine is layered with warm spices, tender vegetables, and hearty chickpeas. Serve it over couscous or quinoa for a satisfying dinner!

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Bowl of couscous topped with Moroccan cauliflower tagine.
Marry Me Chickpeas

Creamy, garlicky, and packed with sun-dried tomatoes, these marry me chickpeas are pure comfort in a skillet. The sauce is perfect for scooping up with crusty bread!

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Slice of bread in bowl of marry me chickpeas
Easy Chickpea Tikka Masala

A plant-based twist on the classic, this chickpea tikka masala is rich, tomatoey, and infused with Indian spices. The chickpeas make it hearty and satisfying, while the creamy sauce makes it absolutely divine.

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Spicy vegan tikka masala with rice and naan.
Creamy Coconut Chickpea Curry

If you love creamy curries, this coconut chickpea curry delivers. The coconut milk adds richness while the spices build layers of flavour. It’s comforting, vibrant, and leftovers taste even better!

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Garbanzo Bean Salads & Meal Prep Ideas

Chickpeas shine in salads, adding protein and awesome texture. You can add drained and rinsed chickpeas to just about any salad to bulk it up, but these recipes are built around chickpeas.

15-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Salad (Meal-Prep Friendly)

This one is fresh, bright, and perfect for meal prep. With crisp vegetables, herbs, and a bright dressing, it’s one of my favourites to keep in the fridge for quick lunches.

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Mediterranean chickpea salad in a bowl.
Chickpea Panzanella Salad

A fun twist on the classic Italian bread salad, this version adds chickpeas for extra substance. It’s perfect for summer gatherings or a light dinner.

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This Chickpea Panzanella Salad pairs crispy cubes of bread with chickpeas, veggies, and a zippy mustard balsamic vinaigrette. It’s a salad that eats like a meal!
Curried Chickpea Salad (15 Minutes)

Creamy, slightly sweet, and beautifully spiced, this curried chickpea salad is ideal for sandwiches, wraps, or spooned straight from the bowl.

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curried chickpea salad on a plate
Kale Apple Salad

If you love sweet and savoury combinations, this one’s for you. Crisp apples, hearty kale, creamy vegan feta, and chickpeas come together in a salad that’s both nourishing and flavour-packed.

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Overhead view of kale apple salad topped with chickpeas and vegan feta on a rectangular platter.
Jennifer Aniston Salad

This viral salad gets a boost of plant-based protein from chickpeas. It’s one of those recipes that manages to be satisfying and light at the same time!

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Jennifer Aniston salad in serving bowl with lemon wedges
Caesar Pasta Salad

This isn’t your average pasta salad! Creamy vegan Caesar dressing, tender pasta, and chickpeas come together for a dish that works as both a side and a main dish.

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Caesar pasta salad on plate with fork.

Sandwiches, Wraps & Lunch Favourites With Chickpeas

If you haven’t tried garbanzo beans in a sandwich, you’re missing out! These are some of my go-to chickpea recipes for lunch.

Smashed Chickpea Salad Sandwich

Creamy avocado meets mashed chickpeas in this easy, flavourful sandwich filling. Make a batch Sunday night and use it for sandwiches during the work week!

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Two smashed chickpea avocado salad sandwiches stacked on cutting board
Vegan Chickpea Tuna Salad

This plant-based spin on a classic is a reader favourite for a reason. It’s creamy, tangy, and loaded with texture.

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Two stacked vegan tuna salad sandwiches topped with sprouts, lettuce, red onion, and tomatoes
BBQ Chickpea Wraps with Ranch Dressing

Smoky, saucy chickpeas wrapped up with crisp veggies and creamy vegan ranch? Yes, please. These wraps are bold, satisfying, and great for meal prep.

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A bbq chickpea wrap cut on half on a plate.
BBQ Chickpea Tacos with Kale Cabbage Slaw

These tacos are packed with smoky BBQ flavour and topped with fresh, crunchy ingredients for balance. They’re a fun, family-friendly dinner idea that comes together quickly.

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Overhead view of four BBQ chickpea tacos lined up on wooden cutting board
Vegan BBQ Chickpea Pizza

This pizza is loaded with smoky BBQ chickpeas, fresh toppings, and melty vegan cheese. It’s a creative way to use chickpeas and makes for a seriously satisfying dinner.

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Overhead view of whole spicy BBQ chickpea pizza with two slices pulled away slightly

Snacks & Appetizers

Chickpeas are great for snacking too! Crispy roasted chickpeas are a staple in my home and, of course, everyone loves hummus.

How to Make Crispy Roasted Chickpeas (+ Flavours)

If you haven’t made crispy roasted chickpeas yet, this is your sign. They’re crunchy, flavourful, and endlessly customisable.

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Chickpeas in a blue bowl on a striped cloth.
Crispy Homemade Falafel

Golden on the outside, tender on the inside, homemade falafel is a chickpea classic. These are packed with herbs and flavour and are perfect in wraps, bowls, or dipped in tahini sauce as a snack or appetizer.

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Closeup of falafel in bowl with greens, with one cut open to show fluffy inside
Beet Hummus

This vibrant beet hummus is as beautiful as it is delicious. Creamy chickpeas blended with earthy roasted beet create a dip that’s perfect for parties or everyday snacking.

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Bowl of beet hummus on platter with crudite and crackers

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