24 Easy Recipes with Chickpeas
I've rounded up 24 of our favorite chickpea recipes, from quick, easy one-pot weeknight dinners to snacks, salads, and everything in between. Whether you call them chickpeas or garbanzo beans, these little legumes are endlessly versatile, packed with plant-based protein, and honestly just delicious.I
From creamy curries and hearty soups to flavour-packed wraps, there's something for everyone, whether you're a committed plant-based eater or just looking to add a little more goodness to your plate.
So grab a tin (or two!) from the cupboard and get cooking. I have a feeling chickpeas are about to become your new best friend in the kitchen.
1
How To Make Marry Me Chickpeas
These Marry Me Chickpeas are a delicious high-protein twist on the viral Marry Me Chicken dish. Nutty chickpeas are cooked in a Tuscan-inspired creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and fresh basil.
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2
Mediterranean-Style Chickpea Soup
This Chickpea Soup is hearty, comforting, and packed with protein, fiber, and Mediterranean flavors. It's a flavorful broth that's both nourishing and satisfying and ready in under 30 minutes.
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3
Creamy Lemon Orzo
This creamy lemon orzo is a delicioulsy light and comforting one-pot meal that's packed with nutrients, protein and fiber.
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4
Cherry Tomato Orzo
This cherry tomato orzo comes together in one pan and in under 25 minutes - the perfect summer dinner with fresh cherry tomatoes and a dash of cream.
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5
Simple & Easy Greek Salad Recipe
This delicious classic Greek salad, with added chickpeas for protein and fiber, is perfect as a light lunch or colorful side dish.
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6
Chickpea Tikka Masala
This chickpea tikka masala is a restaurant-quality meal you can easily make at home. The sauce is perfect for batch-prepping, and the result is a luscious, creamy sauce with tender chickpeas woven throughout.
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7
Harissa Chickpeas with Whipped Feta
Fiery, crispy harissa roasted chickpeas with smooth and tangy whipped feta, served with toasted pita chips, and crunchy veg.
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8
Red Pepper Feta Dip with Potatoes & Chickpeas
This creamy red pepper whipped feta recipe is perfectly paired with a medley of roasted potatoes and chickpeas tossed in a dressing of finely chopped walnuts, parsley, and roasted red pepper. Ready in 45 minutes, this recipe is the perfect balanced small plate that's perfectly acceptable to eat as a main dish.
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9
Roasted Potatoes & Chickpeas with Olive Salsa Verde
The perfect summer small plate! These gorgeous roasted potatoes, chickpeas, and peppers and served with a punchy olive salsa verde on a bed of creamy hummus for an absolute flavour explosion.
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10
Chickpea Gyros
These chickpea gyros are so simple and so delicious. They're ready in under 30 minutes, and make the perfect light, flavor-packed summer lunch or dinner.
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11
Chickpea Pesto Pasta
This delicious chickpea pesto pasta uses chickpeas to create a creamy pesto sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta and roasted cherry tomatoes. The perfect quick and easy summer dinner!
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12
Chickpea and Spinach Curry
A delicious and mellow chickpea and spinach curry recipe that's perfect for everyone. This is a great 25-minute easy plant-based curry recipe packed with protein and guaranteed to keep you full for longer.
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13
Italian Chopped Salad Recipe
This Italian chopped salad is packed with sweet and salty flavors, cut into the perfect bite-sized pieces. Served with a simple and hearty Italian salad dressing for the salad of the summer.
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14
Indian Butter Chickpeas Recipe
This gorgeous and easy Butter Chickpea Curry is a rich, creamy, and comforting dish inspired by the classic Indian butter chicken, but made entirely vegetarian.
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15
Chickpea Salad
Light, colourful and super satisfying, this beautiful chickpea salad makes the perfect healthy lunch. Made with crispy roasted chickpeas for a high-protein crouton effect!
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16
Coconut Chickpea Curry
This creamy coconut chickpea curry is the perfect family-friendly dinner ready in under 30 minutes. It's mild in flavor, versatile, and made in just one-pot!
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17
Dense Bean Salad
This dense bean salad is the perfect meal-prep friendly high-protein, and high-fiber lunch. It's really versatile and packed with good flavors!
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18
Simple Pasta e Ceci (Pasta with Chickpeas) Recipe
This pasta e ceci recipe (pasta with chickpeas) is simple, budget-friendly vegetarian Italian comfort food at its finest. Ready in less than 20 minutes with basic pantry ingredients.
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19
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
This colorful Mediterranean chickpea salad is a great recipe for anyone who wants a vibrant, balanced, and veggie-forward light lunch or side dish.
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20
Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup (Avgolemono Inspired)
This cozy lemon chickpea orzo soup is my vegetarian twist on Avgolemono - a traditional Greek soup made with eggs, lemon, and broth.
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21
Baked Feta Recipe (with chickpeas)
This baked feta recipe with chickpeas and cherry tomatoes is a simple but delicious Mediterranean-inspired recipe that can be served either as a vegetarian side dish or as a main meal.
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22
Easy Harissa Chickpeas with Feta Sauce
This easy, one-pot harissa chickpea recipe is the perfect simple and flavorful dinner. Served here with the most delicious feta yoghurt sauce to finish.
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23
Pesto Pasta Salad
A fresh, vibrant salad packed with basil pesto, juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and chickpeas for a protein boost - perfect for BBQs, packed lunches, or light dinners.
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24
Peanut Chickpea Stew
This peanut chickpea stew is a hearty and warming dinner thanks to a generous amount of peanut butter (trust me, it works!), chickpeas, and sweet potato. It's one-pot, naturally vegan, and ready in about 35 minutes.
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