Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner, a meal prep lunch, or a “what can I make with what I have in the pantry?” moment, these chickpea recipes always come through! From snacks to soups and sandwiches, they’re some of my favorites and I know you will love them too.
This roundup brings together my very favorite chickpea recipes! These are the ones I turn to when I want something hearty, comforting, and plant-based. From crispy-crunchy chickpeas to toss onto salads to cozy soups and sandwiches that make lunchtime a little bit easier, there’s something here for any time of day.
Why Chickpeas Are My Favorite Pantry Staple
There are a lot of good things in the pantry, but chickpeas might just be the best of them all! They’re creamy and nutty, and they require no prep at all—unless you count giving them a quick rinse! Here’s why I can’t get enough:
- Budget-friendly. Canned chickpeas are one of the most affordable proteins you can buy!
- Incredibly versatile. As you’ll see from the recipes below, chickpeas literally do it all.
- Hearty and satisfying. In addition to the plant protein, they also pack in fiber.
- Goes with so many cuisines. Chickpeas are one of those universal foods that pop up all around the globe!
Chickpea Sandwich Recipes
Mashed chickpeas are quite possibly one of my favorite sandwich fillings. They soak up flavor like a sponge and, of course, mashing the chickpeas means they won’t roll out!
Smashed Chickpea Caesar Salad
This smashed vegan chickpea salad with Caesar dressing works as a sandwich, a salad or a lettuce wrap!
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Best Chickpea Tuna Melt
This is my favorite tuna sandwich swap, complete with gooey melted cheese and crusty bread. It’s the perfect lunch!
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Curry Chickpea Lettuce Wraps
Smashed curry chickpea lettuce wraps are both creamy and nutty with delicate curry spices.
Brussels Sprout & Hummus Grilled Cheese Sandwich
My Brussels sprout & hummus grilled cheese sandwich unites creamy, rich hummus with melty cheese for the perfect hot lunch.
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Curried Chickpea & Carrot Burgers
You can also use chickpeas to make epic veggie burgers! These have the best curry flavor.
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Protein-Packed Chickpea Salad Recipes
Chickpeas are what turn a light salad into a real meal. They soak up dressings beautifully and add awesome texture.
Quinoa Greek Salad with Chickpeas
Quinoa Greek salad is a perfect picnic-ready vegan meal with savory and refreshing Greek salad dressing.
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Moroccan Quinoa Salad
Moroccan quinoa salad has two of my favorite protein sources (ok, three): quinoa, chickpeas and cashews.
Kale Caesar Salad with Crispy Chickpea Croutons
Kale Caesar salad is a classic crunchy salad complete with crispy chickpeas instead of bready croutons.
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Summery Spring Mix Salad with Crispy Chickpeas
Summery spring mix salad with crispy chickpeas is a delicious way to eat more greens with extra savory crunch on top.
Thai Chopped Spinach Salad with Chickpeas
This Thai-inspired salad is fully loaded with tons of colorful veggies, protein and southeast Asian flavor.
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Chickpea & Quinoa Mason Jar Salad
This easy mason jar salad is my go-to make-ahead salad with chickpeas to bring for lunch on the go.
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Chickpea Soups and Stews
Some soups leave you hungry later, but add chickpeas and you’ve got a satisfying meal!
Moroccan Chickpea Stew in the Slow Cooker
Moroccan chickpea stew is bursting with North African flavor from cinnamon, turmeric, ginger and more.
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Creamy Chickpea and Pumpkin Stew
Creamy chickpea + pumpkin stew is a dreamy and comforting soup packed with flavor.
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One Pot Vegetable Chickpea Curry
One pot vegetable chickpea curry is a creamy and spicy curry with colorful vegetables and warming curry flavors.
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Creamy Italian Quinoa Soup
Italian quinoa soup is a amazingly creamy without any cream! Chickpeas are the secret to the silky, rich body in this classic Italian soup.
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More Chickpea Recipes to Try
Here are a few more chickpea recipes to add to your menu!
Dalgona Whipped Matcha
This vegan whipped matcha latte uses the wonder of chickpea liquid to make light-as-air whipped foam.
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Crispy Chickpeas
Learn how to make crispy chickpeas and you’ll always have a delicious, crunchy snack on hand. I have 4 different flavor options!
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Mini Quinoa Pizza Bites with Hummus + Crispy Chickpeas
My mini quinoa pizza bites combine crispy chickpeas with creamy hummus for a protein-packed snack!
Savory Chickpea Pancakes with Tomatoes + Spinach
Whether you serve these chickpea pancakes for breakfast or dinner, they’re going to be a hit!
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How to Make Hummus (6 Ways)
No chickpea recipe collection would be complete without a hummus recipe!
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