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45 Easy and Best Chickpeas Recipes

Chickpeas are probably one of the best Vegan protein out there. And here is a list of Best Chickpeas Recipes, it has all the chickpeas recipes you will ever need. So bookmark this post now.

Chickpeas are such a versatile ingredient and are used worldwide in many forms. Whether it is the besan or chole in Indian recipes or fresh garbanzo during the winter. Or it’s extensive use in Mediterranean cuisine in salads and the ever popular dip hummus. I love chickpeas and here I have collected a list of 45 Best Chickpeas Recipes. If you like chickpeas bookmark this post now.

Best Chickpeas Recipes

Indian Favourites with Chickpeas

So let’s start with a few Indian favorites.

Chola Bhatura

If you have been reading this blog for sometime, you know about my love for Chola Bhatura. It is a dish I adore and it had to be a part of this list.

Credit – Sinamontales

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The peshwari chole wrap might just be the next good thing to eat after you don’t want to indulge in Chola Bhautra.

Credit – My Diverse Kitchen

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Ever thought that Kale and Chickpeas could marry to make a delicious Indian curry? Here is a Indian style Kale Chole recipe that shows you how.

Credit – Saffrontrail 

Achari Chole

I love almost everything with achari masala and this Achari Chole recipe is no exception.

Credit – Whiskaffair

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I have a new found love towards Sindhi cuisine. And this Chola dhabhal, a sindhi breakfast speciality hits all the right notes.

Credit – Sindhi Rasoi

Aloo Tikki Chole Chaat

I think Chole and chaat go hand in hand. And this Aloo Tikki Chaat is a proof of that.

Credit – Monsoon Spice

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What makes chickpeas more versatile is the fact that it can be used in so many forms. Ground chickpeas flour aka besan being the most popular form after the whole chickpeas. This paneer stuffed besan ka chila or cottage cheese stuffed savory crepes are the best vegetarian high protein breakfast one can have.

Credit – Sinamontales

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Another dish that tops my favorite vegetarian dish list is Kadhi Chawal. And it is the besan in the dish that makes the Punjabi Kadhi what it is.

Credit – Sinamontales

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South Indian style Sundal is where the most unlikely combination of coconut and chickpeas comes together so beautifully.

Credit – Sinamontales

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Mangalore style Chane Ghasi is another coconut and chickpeas magic. Perfect to be eaten with neer dosa or even poori.

Credit – Ruchik Randhap

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Have you ever eaten fresh Chickpeas? This spicy and garlicky Hara chana ki ghughni will totally blow your mind.

Credit – Sinamontales

Best Chickpeas Recipes – Global

Now that we have covered local favorites, it is time to look at some global deliciousness.

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Doesn’t this Clams with Sofrito, Kale and smoky chickpeas look drool-worthy? I could kill for some right now. I know what I am making when I lay my hands on clam next.

Credit – La Petit Eats

 

These pesto and chickpeas sandwiches would make for a perfect Sunday evening snack or a weekday breakfast. Look at that color.

Credit – Yup its Vegan

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I love discovering new bread recipes and this Tuscan Chickpea Flatbread named Cecina Toscana looks so good. I think I am baking it tomorrow.

Credit – Inside the Rustic Kitchen

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Fast and easy Chickpea & Chorizo Stew, ready in 30 minutes for the ultimate one-pot dinner. A perfect gluten free, low carb weekday dinner option!

Credit – A Saucy Kitchen

greek chickpeas soup

Winter is coming and this recipe for revithia or the greek chickpea soup sounds just what the doctor ordered.

Credit – I camp in my Kitchen

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Loaded with garlic this spinach and chickpeas curry is perfect for breakfast with a sunny side up or dinner with a slice of bread.

Credit – sinamontales

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Chickpeas and quinoa are a match made in heaven and this Spiced Quinoa Chickpea Pilaf just proves that point.

Credit – Seduce your tastebuds

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Tomato soup is child’s favourite soup and this one with roasted chickpeas is a star recipe.

Credit – V Nutrition

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Jazz up your weeknight meal with these quick and easy Roasted Chickpeas and Quinoa Stuffed Bell Peppers. These gluten-free peppers make a fabulous vegetarian main dish or side dish!

Credit – Ruchi’s Kitchen

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I love burgers and this chickpeas and quinoa burger looks sooooo good.

Credit – Vegan Heaven

Moroccan Chickpeas Stew

Stews are perfect for winter and well summer too. This Moroccan chickpeas stew is perfect to be wiped with a slice of bread.

Credit – The Life Jolie

Best Chickpeas Recipes – Salads

Chickpeas for me are the perfect protein to add to salads. Every week I boil a whole box and then whip up a salad whenever I am hungry. Here are a few favorite salad recipes with chickpeas.

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These little red rubies of beetroot coated chickpeas taste as good as they look and you can have my word for it.

Credit – Sinamontales

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I love salads with Indian flavours and this minty masala chickpeas salad is almost like a sabji but not quite so.

Credit – Tadka Pasta

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Deconstructed dishes are so much fun and this deconstructed hummus salad is no different. And so easy to make.

Credit – The view from great island

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Pumpkin, couscous, and chickpeas make this salad the perfect one for fall.

Credit – Sinamontales

Best Chickpeas Recipes – Dips and Bites

We all know the legendary dip Hummus and it can’t be left out of a Chickpes round up. Here are some delicious version of Hummus and some bites and snacks too.

Mango-Sriracha-Hummus

Unlikely combination of mango meets chilly in this kickassMango Sriracha Hummus.

Credit – Sinamontales

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This unusual hummus of turmeric and raw mango is like a burst of flavors in your mouth.

Credit – Saffrontrail

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Thai Green Curry Hummus, it is perfect harmony of my favorite cuisines.

Credit – Jagruti’s Cooking Odessey

Green garbanzo hummus

Hummus made with fresh garbanzo beans instead of the dried version. And it is more delicious than you can imagine.

Credit – Panfusine

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Spiced chickpea fritters with a vegan yoghurt sauce. Fragrant and warm, these Indian inspired snacks make a great main or side dish!

Credit – Lauren Caris Cooks

Healthy-Beetroot-Falafel

Beetroot Falafel is an inspired take on the Lebanese classic which makes for a very interesting flavor twist apart from being even more nutritious and so gorgeous to look at.
Credit – Sinamontales
Four way roasted chickpeas
I think roasted chickpeas are the perfect cocktail bites and these four-way flavors will totally win your heart.
Credit – Yay for food
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If you are grown up in India, chances are you have eaten this more than once in your life. The delicious bread pakoras is what everyone craves for when it rains
Credit – Whiskaffair 

Best Chickpeas Recipes – Vegan Substitutes

Chickpeas also work as a great substitute when it comes to Vegan lifestyle. Whether it is the Aquafaba for meringue of chickpeas as an egg replacement as the ever famous Vegan/tomato omelet. Here are a few well tested recipes you can try. 
vegan meringue cookies
These vegan meringue cookies have only 3 ingredients and are super easy to make. The perfect vegan dessert that crunchy & melts in your mouth. Perfect little use of Aquafaba
Credit – Living Sweet Moments
tomato omelete
Making waves everywhere as Vegan Omelete, we at India have been eating this as tomato omelete since forever!
Credit – Sinamontales
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Did you ever think chickpeas could be used in a truffle? Are you as surprised as I am? I am dying to try this recipe, maybe for this Diwali
Credit – Veggie Inspired
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Is cheese the hardest thing to give up when you start a vegan diet? This Chickpeas parmesan cheese will make it easier for you.
Credit – Light Orange Bean

Best Chickpeas Recipes – Desserts

One can’t end the chickpeas round-up without talking about delicious desserts one makes with it. Can we? Here are some favorites.
besan ladoo
 Besan ladoo needs no introduction really. Whether in India or outside, it is a sweet that has made it’s mark. Here is a fool proof recipe for you.
Credit – Whiskaffair
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This besan ka seera is one of my personal weakness when it comes to desserts and sweets. And did you it helps in healing cold and sore throat?
Credit – Sinamontales
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If you have grown up in India these chickpeas cookies will remind you of besan nankhatais. But made with roasted chickpeas flour adds an another flavour depth to them.
Credit – The Delicious Crescent 
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All right, I bet you didn’t think of using besan in brownies. Did I catch you offgaurd there? Don’t worry, these brownies caught me off guard too. Gluten free goodness for the soul.
Credit – My Food Story
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I saved the best and most sinful for the last. The epic mysore pak, this is a boondi pak version which is equally good.
Credit – Priya’s Versatile Recipes

I hope you enjoyed the chickpeas goodness. If you have a recipe that is a favorite, send me a link and I will add it here. Do bookmark, pin and share the goodness.

 

 

 

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  1. Veggie Inspired says

    October 6, 2017 at 1:14 pm

    Chickpea are truly so versatile. We use them several times a week at least. Love this roundup – so many delicious choices. Thank you so much for including my Cinnamon Chickpea Truffles!

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  2. Aparna says

    October 7, 2017 at 1:50 pm

    Absolutely great round-up of my favourite bean. ?

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Monika is an ex-IT person turned into a food blogger, consultant, home baker and an amateur food photographer. She loves music, writing, food, and travel, but not necessarily in that order ;)

Sin-A-Mon Tales is a canvas for her food memories. Apart from Sin -A- Mon Tales, Monika also writes for many online websites and publications. She's an avid reader and can always be found with a book in her bag, which mostly is as bright as her. She's an obsessive traveler and is always looking for the next food story. Read More…

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