Chickpea Vegetable Nuggets
Chickpea Vegetable Nuggets are a delightful snack that combines crispy texture with wholesome ingredients. These golden, bite-sized nuggets are made with protein-packed chickpeas and colorful vegetables, making them a perfect choice for a quick meal or appetizer. Enjoy them baked to perfection and served alongside your favorite dipping sauce for an irresistible treat that everyone in the family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 nuggets 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 1 bell pepper (any color), finely chopped
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix the grated carrot, chopped bell pepper, and onion.
- In another bowl, mash the chickpeas until mostly smooth but still chunky.
- Combine mashed chickpeas with the veggie mix, garlic powder, panko bread crumbs, and egg; stir well.
- Shape the mixture into nugget-sized balls or patties and place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 nuggets (120g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 70mg