Save A smoky, tangy, and protein-packed vegan dish featuring tender BBQ chickpeas piled onto crisp, golden toast, perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
The first time I made BBQ chickpeas on toast, I was surprised by how satisfying and flavorful it turned out. It's now my favorite easy weeknight meal when I want something comforting without much fuss.
Ingredients
- Chickpeas: 2 x 400 g (14 oz) cans, drained and rinsed
- BBQ sauce: 1 cup, vegan (store-bought or homemade)
- Olive oil: 1 tbsp
- Red onion: 1 small, finely diced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Smoked paprika: 1 tsp
- Ground cumin: ½ tsp
- Black pepper: ½ tsp
- Salt: To taste
- Bread: 4 to 8 slices whole grain or sourdough
- Vegan butter or olive oil: For toasting
- Garnish (optional): Fresh cilantro or parsley, thinly sliced red onion, sliced avocado, lime wedges
Instructions
- Prep Oven (if baking):
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F) if baking chickpeas.
- Sauté Aromatics:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Season Chickpeas:
- Add chickpeas, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Toss to coat, then stir in BBQ sauce.
- Cook Chickpeas (Choose Method):
- For skillet version, simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and chickpeas are hot. For baked version, spread BBQ-coated chickpeas on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes, stirring halfway, until slightly caramelized.
- Toast Bread:
- Meanwhile, toast bread slices in a toaster or on a skillet with a little vegan butter or olive oil until golden.
- Assemble Toast:
- Pile BBQ chickpeas generously onto each toast. Top with optional garnishes such as fresh herbs, red onion, avocado, or a squeeze of lime.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately.
Save My family loves customizing their slices with lots of avocado and extra lime juice. It always becomes a fun, interactive dinner at our table.
Required Tools
Large skillet or frying pan, baking sheet if baking, toaster or grill pan, chefs knife, cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains wheat in bread (use gluten-free bread if needed), possible soy in BBQ sauce. Always check sauce labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 340, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 55 g, Protein: 13 g
Save This BBQ chickpeas on toast recipe brings big flavor with minimal effort. Enjoy a fast, filling meal any day of the week!
Recipe FAQs
- → How can I add extra heat to the dish?
Incorporate chili flakes or a dash of hot sauce while cooking the chickpeas to give the dish a spicy kick.
- → Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, the BBQ chickpeas can be prepared in advance and stored refrigerated for up to three days before assembling on toast.
- → What bread types work best for this dish?
Whole grain, sourdough, or gluten-free bread varieties toasted until golden provide a sturdy base and complement the smoky flavors.
- → Are there alternative cooking methods for the chickpeas?
You can either simmer the chickpeas in a skillet or bake them on a sheet until caramelized for different textures and flavors.
- → What garnishes enhance the flavor?
Fresh cilantro or parsley, thinly sliced red onion, creamy avocado, and a squeeze of lime add freshness and balance the smoky notes.