Chickpea Vegetable Nuggets
Chickpea Vegetable Nuggets are a delightful and nutritious snack that will win over even the pickiest eaters. These crispy, plant-based nuggets blend the earthy goodness of chickpeas with vibrant veggies, creating a guilt-free treat perfect for parties, family movie nights, or as an everyday snack. Enjoy them baked to golden perfection and paired with your favorite dipping sauce, making every bite a burst of flavor and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 nuggets (serves about 3) 1x
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Plant-based
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (whole wheat or gluten-free)
- 1 large egg (or 1 flax egg)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas until chunky. Mix in grated carrots, bell peppers, onion, garlic powder, breadcrumbs, and egg (or flax egg) until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into nugget shapes and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Drizzle olive oil over the nuggets and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (about 100g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg