Vegetarian Adana Kabab

Elevate your plant-based cooking with this irresistible Vegetarian Adana Kabab recipe, a flavor-packed twist on the traditional Turkish delicacy. Made from a wholesome blend of chickpeas, roasted red bell pepper, onion, and aromatic herbs like parsley and mint, these kababs are infused with warm spices such as cumin, paprika, and ground coriander for an authentic, smoky depth. The mixture is shaped onto skewers and oven-baked to golden perfection, delivering a healthier yet satisfying alternative to the classic meat version. Ready in under an hour, these kababs are perfect for serving with warm pita bread, tangy yogurt dip, and crisp salad. Whether you're hosting a Mediterranean-inspired dinner or simply craving bold, vegan-friendly flavors, this crowd-pleasing recipe is bound to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams chickpeas
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.25 cup parsley
• 0.25 cup mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons flour
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then pat them dry with a kitchen towel.

Step 3

Roughly chop the red bell pepper and onion.

Step 4

In a food processor, add chickpeas, chopped red bell pepper, onion, garlic cloves, cumin, paprika, ground coriander, cayenne pepper, parsley, mint leaves, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pulse the mixture until it becomes a coarse paste. It should hold together but remain slightly chunky.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add flour and lemon juice. Mix well until the flour is fully incorporated.

Step 7

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a long, sausage-like form. Insert a wooden skewer into each portion, pressing gently.

Step 8

Place the kababs on the prepared baking sheet and brush with a little olive oil.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until the kababs are golden brown and firm.

Step 10

Once baked, let the kababs cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with your choice of pita bread, salad, and yogurt dip!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(829.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1165.7

Total Fat 41.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2414.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.3g	0%
Total Sugars 32.8g
Protein 45.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 471.2mg	0%
Iron 19.4mg	0%
Potassium 2275.1mg	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: 30.7%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 54.3%