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These Chickpea Recipes Prove One Pantry Staple Can Do It All

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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.

A counter full of crispy chickpeas, with a wooden spoon in the middle with chickpeas.

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!

side view of two chickpea caesar salad sandwiches on toast

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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slice of chickpea tuna melt served with a slice of avocado

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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smashed curry chickpea salad served in a lettuce wrap

Curry Chickpea Lettuce Wraps

Smashed curry chickpea lettuce wraps are both creamy and nutty with delicate curry spices.
This is hands down THE BEST vegan grilled cheese ever! with brussels sprouts, hummus, apples and more!

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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Easy Vegan Chickpea Burgers

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.

Greek Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas

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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vegan moroccan quinoa salad with kale and carrots

Moroccan Quinoa Salad

Moroccan quinoa salad has two of my favorite protein sources (ok, three): quinoa, chickpeas and cashews.
Overhead view of vegan Caesar kale salad in a white bowl topped with crispy chickpeas and tahini dressing.

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.
Vegan Thai Chopped Salad

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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MASON JAR SALADS with lemon-mustard dressing, chickpeas, veggies and QUINOA!

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!

close up on a bowl of slow cooker chickpea soup with coconut yogurt, arugula and quinoa on top

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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Overhead view of a bowl of chickpea and pumpkin stew swirled with vegan cream, next to a spoon, a creamer jug, and a second bowl of stew.

Creamy Chickpea and Pumpkin Stew

Creamy chickpea + pumpkin stew is a dreamy and comforting soup packed with flavor.
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Easy Vegetable Curry Recipe

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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ladle of quinoa creamy soup with spinach

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.
Check out this recipe
A counter full of crispy chickpeas, with a wooden spoon in the middle with chickpeas

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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Quinoa Pizza Bites! These make the best appetizer, finger food or snack -- packed with protein, 100% vegan and totally delicious!

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 served with a fresh tomato-cilantro salad and spinach!

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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Six different images showing how to make hummus 6 ways: roasted red pepper, roasted garlic, classic, pesto, beet, and lemon pepper.

How to Make Hummus (6 Ways)

No chickpea recipe collection would be complete without a hummus recipe!
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