Low Carb Vegan Chickpea Nuggets

Crispy, golden, and packed with plant-based perfection, these Low Carb Vegan Chickpea Nuggets are a game-changer for healthy snacking or easy meals! Crafted with wholesome ingredients like cooked chickpeas, almond flour, and a hint of smoky paprika, these nuggets are gluten-free, high in protein, and entirely plant-powered. A flaxseed "egg" binds the mixture together, making it ideal for those seeking egg-free alternatives. Baked to perfection, these nuggets boast a satisfying crunch on the outside while staying tender on the inside. Ready in under 45 minutes, they're perfect for both kids and adults, pairing beautifully with your favorite vegan dipping sauces. Whether you're craving a guilt-free finger food or a quick, nutritious entrée, this low-carb, vegan recipe is here to elevate your plant-based cooking game!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Chickpeas (cooked, rinsed, and drained)
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
• 5 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Coconut oil (or avocado oil) for greasing

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment paper with coconut oil or avocado oil.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with 5 tablespoons of water to create a flaxseed 'egg.' Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, almond flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Add the prepared flaxseed mixture to the food processor with the other ingredients.

Step 5

Pulse the mixture until it forms a sticky, moldable dough. Scrape down the sides of the processor as needed.

Step 6

Scoop out small amounts of the dough (about 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons each) and shape them into nugget-sized pieces with your hands.

Step 7

Place the nuggets on the prepared baking sheet, evenly spaced apart.

Step 8

Bake the nuggets in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Step 9

Once golden and crispy on the outside, remove the nuggets from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with your favorite vegan dipping sauce and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(498.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1070.1

Total Fat 52.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1686.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.1g	0%
Total Sugars 17.7g
Protein 48.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 322.5mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 1347.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.2%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 40.4%