Golden Glow Chickpea & Herb Bites
Meet your new go-to plant-based recipe: Golden Glow Chickpea & Herb Bites. Crisp on the outside, tender inside, and packed with fresh herbs, theyโre versatile enough for pasta night, meal prep bowls, or as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce.
๐ด Servings: ~16 bites
๐ Prep Time: 15 minutes
๐ฅ Cook Time: 20โ25 minutes
โญ Total Time: 35โ40 minutes
๐Ingredients
2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, drained & rinsed)
ยฝ cup breadcrumbs (GF if needed)
ยผ cup finely chopped onion (or shallot)
2 cloves garlic, minced
ยผ cup fresh parsley (or basil)
3 tbsp unsweetened plant milk (oat or almond)
2 tbsp tahini or olive oil
2 tbsp nutritional yeast (or cashew parm)
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp smoked paprika
ยฝ tsp fennel seeds (optional)
Salt & black pepper, to taste
Directions
Pulse mixture: Add chickpeas, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, tahini, nutritional yeast, and spices to a food processor. Pulse until combined but still textured.
Add milk: Transfer to a bowl and stir in plant milk until the mixture holds together.
Shape: Roll into ~1 ยฝ tbsp balls and place on a parchment-lined sheet.
Bake: Brush with olive oil and bake at 400ยฐF for 20โ25 minutes, flipping halfway. For crispier bites, pan-sear after baking.
Serve: Try them with marinara + pasta, tucked into pita, or on top of a grain + veggie bowl.
โจ Notes
Add a spoonful of tomato paste or mushrooms for richer flavor.
Freeze uncooked bites for easy weeknight dinners.
Serve at gatherings with dipping sauces for a crowd-pleasing app.
These Golden Glow Chickpea & Herb Bites bring flavor, texture, and versatility to your plant-based kitchen. Make a batch once, and youโll keep them on repeat. ๐ฟ
