Chickpea Veggie Nuggets
These Chickpea Veggie Nuggets are a delicious and nutritious plant-based alternative to traditional nuggets. They’re made with whole food ingredients, gluten-free, and packed with fiber and protein, making them a perfect snack or meal for both kids and adults!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 179kcal
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 small carrot (grated)
- ½ cup zucchini (grated and squeezed to remove excess water)
- ¼ cup gluten-free oats or oat flour
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Grate the carrot and zucchini. Make sure to squeeze out the excess water from the grated zucchini using a clean towel or paper towels, as this will help the nuggets hold their shape.
- In a food processor, blend the chickpeas until they are broken down but still slightly chunky. Transfer the chickpeas to a mixing bowl, and add the grated carrot, zucchini, gluten-free oats or oat flour, ground flaxseed, nutritional yeast (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined and a dough forms.
- Using your hands, scoop out small portions of the mixture and shape them into nugget-sized patties. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are evenly spaced.
- Bake the nuggets in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside.
- Let the nuggets cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them with your favorite dipping sauce like ketchup, hummus, or tahini sauce.
Nutrition
Calories: 179kcal