15 Easy Vegan Chickpea Recipes

These 15 vegan chickpea recipes make it easy to enjoy one of my favorite ingredients while sticking to your goals, with quick weeknight meals and simple make-ahead options.

Every recipe on this page was checked ingredient by ingredient to make sure it contains no meat, fish, dairy, eggs or honey. Check labels on packaged products such as sauces and chocolate.

At a Glance

  • 15 recipes in this collection
  • Typical total time: about 30 minutes
  • 5 recipes ready in 20 minutes or less
  • Quickest: Healthy Avocado Hummus in 10 minutes
  • Calories: about 120 to 580 per serving

Vegan Dinner & Main Dishes

1
A skillet filled with vibrant green broccoli florets and golden chickpeas in a glossy garlic sauce.
Garlic Broccoli Stir Fry with Chickpeas
Ready in 25 minutes · 285 calories per serving.
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2
Creamy chickpea curry in a bowl garnished with fresh cilantro and served with rice
Chickpea Curry
Ready in 30 minutes · 385 calories per serving.
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3
Crispy falafel patties on warm flatbread with tomatoes, cucumbers, and tahini drizzle
Falafel Flatbread
Ready in 35 minutes · 580 calories per serving.
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4
A plate of golden brown crispy baked falafel served with fresh parsley and tahini sauce.
Crispy Baked Falafel
Ready in 40 minutes · 290 calories per serving.
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5
Golden brown crispy traditional falafel balls served on a platter with fresh herbs and tahini sauce
Traditional Falafel
Ready in 765 minutes · 330 calories per serving.
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Vegan Salads

6
A colorful bowl of Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a light dressing, ready to be served.
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Ready in 15 minutes · 350 calories per serving.
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7
A close-up of a vibrant Chopped Broccoli and Chickpea Salad in a large bowl, garnished with fresh herbs.
Chopped Broccoli and Chickpea Salad
Ready in 20 minutes · 380 calories per serving.
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8
Four glass containers filled with colorful chickpea quinoa salad and lemon-tahini dressing
Chickpea Quinoa Salad Meal Prep
Ready in 30 minutes · 420 calories per serving.
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Vegan Appetizers & Snacks

9
A tray of golden brown roasted chickpeas seasoned with smoked paprika and sea salt
Roasted Chickpeas
Ready in 40 minutes · 120 calories per serving.
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Vegan Sauces, Dressings & Dips

10
A bowl of creamy green avocado hummus topped with fresh cilantro and olive oil
Healthy Avocado Hummus
Ready in 10 minutes · 215 calories per serving.
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11
A bowl of creamy roasted red pepper hummus topped with olive oil and smoked paprika.
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
Ready in 15 minutes · 145 calories per serving.
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12
A bowl of bright green hummus topped with olive oil and fresh herbs
Green Goddess Hummus
Ready in 15 minutes · 185 calories per serving.
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13
A bowl of creamy orange roasted carrot hummus topped with olive oil and herbs
Roasted Carrot Hummus
Ready in 40 minutes · 165 calories per serving.
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14
A bowl of smooth roasted cauliflower hummus topped with olive oil and herbs.
Roasted Cauliflower Hummus
Ready in 40 minutes · 160 calories per serving.
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15
A bowl of creamy, ultra-smooth hummus topped with olive oil and paprika
Authentic Ultra-Smooth Hummus
Ready in 65 minutes · 320 calories per serving.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are all of these recipes really vegan?

Yes. Each recipe was checked against its full ingredient list before being included here. Brands vary, so always read the labels on packaged ingredients.

What is the quickest recipe in this collection?

Healthy Avocado Hummus is the fastest, ready in about 10 minutes from start to finish.

How many calories are in these recipes?

They range from about 120 to 580 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated per serving on each recipe card and varies with the exact ingredients you use.

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