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Chickpea Vegetable Nuggets

Chickpea Vegetable Nuggets: Crispy, Healthy Joy for Everyone

Chickpea Vegetable Nuggets are a nutritious and delicious snack that combines colorful vegetables with chickpeas for a gluten-free treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 nuggets
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nuggets
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium Zucchini Shredded
  • 1 medium Carrot Shredded
  • 1 Onion Minced or grated
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning Or mixed dried herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 clove Garlic Fresh or powder
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Or cayenne for heat
  • 2 Eggs Or 6 tablespoons of aquafaba for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Olive or avocado oil For cooking
  • 1 cup Oat flour or breadcrumbs Gluten-free breadcrumbs as an alternative
Optional Dipping Sauce Ideas
  • 1 cup Hummus For dipping
  • 1 cup Ranch For dipping
  • 1 cup Tomato ketchup For dipping

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Non-Stick Skillet
  • Grater

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then shred the zucchini and carrot. Squeeze out excess moisture.
  2. In a food processor, combine chickpeas, zucchini, carrot, and all other ingredients. Pulse until combined but not overmixed.
  3. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Scoop portions of the mixture into the skillet, cooking for 3-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
  5. Transfer cooked nuggets to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve warm with dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1nuggetCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cooked nuggets in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the oven or air fryer for the best texture.

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