12 Plant-Based Spicy Chickpea Recipes

Chickpeas are high in protein and fiber and go well in a variety of dishes. One of the best ways to prepare chickpeas is to pair them with spicy ingredients. From spicy chickpea tacos to spicy chickpea curry to spicy chickpea burgers, we’ve got you covered in the spicy chickpea department with this list. Enjoy!

1. Pindi Choley: Dark and Spicy Chickpeas

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A recipe for dark and spice-crusted chickpeas, in the Punjabi style of cooking. The soft chickpeas here are coated with spices and finished off with toasted ginger and crushed dried pomegranate seeds. This Pindi Choley by Rinku Bhattacharya is spectacular!

2. Miso-Turmeric Glazed Eggplant With Spicy Chickpeas

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This Miso-Turmeric Glazed Eggplant With Spicy Chickpeas by Wicked Healthy is exploding with flavor and color with the vibrant, fiery hue of fresh turmeric, rocket-red smoked paprika, lush green onion, and neon-red Thai chilis. Eggplants are halved and doused in a miso-turmeric glaze, then topped with wicked spicy chickpeas and chopped candied nuts. Serve this as a main dish or as a small plate, and double up on the glaze if you think you want a little extra for drizzling, dipping, or putting on other things. You can never have too much sauce.

3. Roasted Spicy Chickpeas

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These Roasted Spicy Chickpeas by Mireille Aikman are one great snack. You only need to know the right balance of flavors and you will make this every time you like to eat a snack. Ready to learn how you can make roasted spicy chickpeas? Let’s get started!

4. Spicy Roasted Chickpea Spread Sandwich

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This Spicy Roasted Chickpea Spread Sandwich by Emily Brees is amazing! The fiery roasted chickpeas are seasoned with cayenne and lemon and then blended with some sundried tomatoes for a delightful flavor combination.

5. Roasted Potato Pesto Salad with Spicy Chipotle Chickpeas

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This Roasted Potato Pesto Salad with Spicy Chipotle Chickpeas by Caroline Doucet is a delicious and comforting vegan salad that’s packed with flavor! Serve it warm or cold.

6. Spicy Vegetables and Chickpea Pasta

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This Veggie Pasta with Chickpeas by Maria Koutsogiannis is great for the whole family. It is so delicious that kids won’t even think about how it has a bunch of healthy ingredients in it. Packed with protein from chickpeas and full of delicious veggies, this pasta will keep everyone satisfied for the night. It is seasoned beautifully and the flavors all work so well together. Plus, coconut milk adds the perfect amount of creaminess. So simple and tasty, this veggie pasta with chickpeas is a great dinner staple for busy families.

7. Chickpeas in Spicy Tomato Gravy

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These Chickpeas in Spicy Tomato Gravy by Lydia Filgueras not only have a wonderful flavor but also a pretty presentation. It is a very flavorful Egyptian dish that is a must-try.

8. Spicy Sweet Potato and Chickpea Burger

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This Spicy Sweet Potato and Chickpea Burger by Silvia Ribas is packed with flavor from carefully selected spices such as cumin, paprika, and turmeric. Adjust spiciness to taste and create an awesome dining experience by topping with your choice of salad, tomato, onion, and avocado. Need another reason to try? These burgers freeze well, so be sure to make a double batch to enjoy later on.

9. Spicy Middle Eastern Braised Chickpeas With Cauliflower

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Chickpeas and cauliflower are braised in a spicy, fragrant coconut and tomato sauce made with a homemade spice blend. Smoky cumin, turmeric, cloves, coriander, and cardamom dominate the flavor profile. Serve these Spicy Middle Eastern Braised Chickpeas With Cauliflower by Tara Binder with rice, flatbread, or with your favorite grains.

10. Cauliflower-Chickpea Tacos With Spicy Cilantro Sauce

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These Cauliflower-Chickpea Tacos With Spicy Cilantro Sauce by Celeste Meredith are loaded with bold flavor and they’re perfect when you need a quick and easy meal. The spicy cilantro sauce is versatile enough to be paired with nearly any savory dish that needs an extra kick of flavor.

11. Spicy West African Chickpea and Kale Curry

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Who’s down to try this Spicy West African Chickpea and Kale Curry by Elsie Kriz for lunch or dinner? Loaded with some potatoes, kale, and spice to boot. There is something very fulfilling about a meal you can whip up in 30 minutes and get the family happily fed in little to no time. Nutritious, delicious, and probably the best leftovers for your next-day soup and sandwich brunch.

12. Spicy Cauliflower Chickpea Burger

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This Spicy Cauliflower Chickpea Burger by Sophia DeSantis will leave you wondering why meat was ever an option. Smothered with Buffalo sauce, filled with veggies, and piled with amazing toppings. Open wide because you want the whole thing in your mouth!

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