Our Top 26 Vegan Chickpea Recipes

If making tortillas seems like something that other cooks do, think again! With a pliable, mild-flavored crumb, which is what you want in a tortilla, these easy wraps offer plenty to smile about and use a combination of almond flour and wheat flour, with fresh spinach thrown into the mix. Wrap them around a mix of chickpeas, crunchy fresh veggies, and a tangy cashew lemon sauce for a hearty café-style meal. As one fan says, "Just made them. I'm so excited I successfully made my own tortillas. It was fun, and they were delicious!"

The aroma of home-cooked pizza wafting through the house is one of those little blessings in life, and this whole-food, plant-based recipe doesn’t disappoint. From the time you open the bag of flour, the made-from-scratch crust takes just 30 minutes to prep and pre-bake. Meanwhile, whip up the fragrant sofrito-style spread. When the crust is ready, top it with the sofrito, and throw on some meaty mushrooms, nutty chickpeas, and a few pine nuts for extra richness. Bake the healthy vegan pizza for another 10 minutes, sprinkle with some fresh herbs, and get ready to devour this toothsome pie.

Crispy, pesto-coated air-fried chickpeas add bright flavor to this hearty salad. Basil pesto is also mixed into the main salad, dialing up the scrumptiousness even more. Farro's chewy texture works well here, but feel free to use another grain and to get creative with your choice of other salad ingredients. A commenter shares, "So delicious! What a great way to add garbanzos. I added some cucumbers to the lettuce and put avocado on top to use more veggies."

Crispy, seasoned air-fried chickpeas add crunch to this satisfying farro salad. Blood orange citrus segments make sure every mouthful is a juicy one, while bell pepper adds sweetness and color, and scallions offer a welcome sharpness. Drizzle with a luscious orange vinaigrette and enjoy! Notes one reader, “I made this for my dinner tonight and it was so good, but the best was the dressing. OMG it is so good.”

In this vegan take on a classic seafood dish, the nutty texture of chickpeas and the meaty flesh of king oyster mushrooms add bulk to a savory broth, fragrant with fennel, lemon juice, and plenty of fresh herbs.

Transform cooked chickpeas into a creamy chocolate treat quicker than you can say, “Wow, is this really made with chickpeas?” A small amount of almond butter (or peanut butter) lends richness, while maple syrup, cocoa powder and vanilla essence round out the flavors. Serve with fresh fruits and/or vegetable sticks. A commenter notes, “I was blown away by how good this is. I like hummus but this takes the cake. I will keep a small jar in the fridge for when I feel like something sweet and nutritious.”

The noodle-like strands of spaghetti squash are a great alternative to pasta. Just bake squash halves then fluff up the tendrils with a fork and top with a saucy chickpea marinara for a hearty meal that looks and tastes amazing.

This velvety soup gets its fresh earthy flavor from a bounty of leafy greens, while potato delivers the heartiness factor. Whole chickpeas add textural contrast, and a colorful garnish of peas and pomegranate seeds make this luscious soup as visually appealing as it is delicious.

Loaded with veggies, these succulent chickpea sliders are wonderfully tender and hold their shape well. Serve between grilled slices of balsamic-infused zucchini for a bread-free “bun” that’s melt-in-your-mouth delicious.