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, they’re versatile enough for pasta night, meal prep bowls, or as an appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce.

🍴 Servings: ~16 bites
🕒 Prep Time: 15 minutes
🔥 Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
⭐ Total Time: 35–40 minutes

📋Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, drained & rinsed)

• ½ cup breadcrumbs (GF if needed)

• ¼ cup finely chopped onion (or shallot)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• ¼ 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

• ½ tsp fennel seeds (optional)

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Pulse mixture: Add chickpeas, breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, parsley, tahini, nutritional yeast, and spices to a food processor. Pulse until combined but still textured.

2. Add milk: Transfer to a bowl and stir in plant milk until the mixture holds together.

3. Shape: Roll into ~1 ½ tbsp balls and place on a parchment-lined sheet.

4. Bake: Brush with olive oil and bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway. For crispier bites, pan-sear after baking.

5. Serve: Try them with marinara + pasta, tucked into pita, or on top of a grain + veggie bowl.

✨ 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 you’ll keep them on repeat. 🌿