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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
