Recipezaar: Chickpeas/Garbanzos,Vegan recipes

Chickpea Broccoli Casserole

Tue, 22 Jul 2008 19:59:54 -0400

From "Vegan with a Vengance". A basic casserole that can be modified with spices, vegan cheese, etc., to make it more flavorful... -- posted by ceilmary

Chickpea Tacos

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 19:38:20 -0400

Turns out, tacos dont have to be hot to be delicious. The chickpea-avocado mash used as a filling here is prepared and served at room temperature. (It makes a great sandwich spread as well.) Because the fat content of taco shells can vary, look for brands that contain approximately 6 grams or fewer per shell. Vegetarian Times Issue: March 1, 2008 p.36 -- posted by Anjaylah

Savoury Chickpea Onion Biscuits

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 19:15:36 -0400

Gluten-free, sugar-free, corn-free, soy-free, vegan! I was on a crazy diet and sharing my food with friends who have allergies, so I developed these. The rice and chickpea combination makes a complete balance of essential amino acids, so it's good vegan food too. Oh, and they taste awesome. I like brown rice flour, but you could easily substitute white rice flour. I love onions, but you could use less or omit this ingredient entirely if you don't share my enthusiasm. Sometimes I also add garlic for good measure. They are best hot out of the oven, but do okay cooled. I've also tried freezing these with good luck - making a double-batch on the weekend and bagging them 2-3 at a time for use during the week. -- posted by wormwood

Italian Eggplant Ragout

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 13:50:57 -0400

Pulled from an old issue of vegetarian times. I used to be pretty leary of eggplant, but this was enchanting. Good on its own; better with pasta or rice. -- posted by Umberle

Easy Falafel

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 19:37:53 -0400

This recipe for falafel and cuts down on preparation time. Perfect for those who want an easier version of falafel. -- posted by Stacia_

Roasted Garlic Hummus

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:52:52 -0400

My first introduction to hummus was store bought and all of the homemade recipes I've tried have been missing something. After much trial and error, I've come up with this recipe that comes very close to the taste of most of my favorite store-bought brands. Do not skip the citric acid. That's what gives it that store bought flavor. Lemon juice just does not give it the same tartness. If you prefer the taste of homemade hummus that has a strong tahini flavor, you'll probably want to sit this one out. -- posted by Veggie Chef in CT

Chickpea Curry

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 02:21:05 -0400

Adapted from a recipe by Aminah Rahman on allrecipes.com -- posted by DrGaellon

Lemony Chickpea Stir-Fry (Vegan and Yum)

Wed, 10 Sep 2008 17:56:26 -0400

I found this recipe a few days ago on one of my foodie blogs, made it almost immediately, and I now have a new favorite. I'll be making this many times over until I'm sick of it, if that can be possible. Many years ago I used to be a vegan and went carnivore, but if I had had this around, I might have stuck with it a little longer. I alter the recipe here and there, and have posted a few changes. The original recipe states that this is for 4, but I could just graze on this all day long. -- posted by Mirj

Moroccan Chickpea Chili

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 01:48:18 -0400

A very unusual chili, spicy and hearty, but no meat. Pretty much made as printed in the sept 2007 issue of Cooking Light. Delightful -- posted by Umberle

Spiced Summer Squash With Garbanzo Beans and Browned Onions

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 23:53:54 -0400

Haven't tried this one yet either but it looks delicious! Adapted from the The Oregonian. The garbanzo beans add some substance, making this a perfect light lunch or a fine offering at a vegetarian spread. -- posted by The Tiny Chef

Masala-Spiced Chickpeas

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 13:35:51 -0400

From "Oprah" magazine, March 2007. -- posted by Debbie R.

Chickpea Curry With Pumpkin (Squash) & Baby Spinach

Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:35:54 -0400

This is a simple, tasty stew. The original directions calls for a short cooking time, but I think I cut the pumpkin a bit chunkier and cooked it much longer when I made it. Just make sure you don't cook it so long that the pumpkin disappears! This also freezes well. -- posted by Gingernut

Moroccan Lentil Soup

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:43:24 -0400

I found this recipe on lowfatlifestyle.com last week and was intrigued by it. I'm always looking for new dishes to make when our son and his wife come for dinner. They're vegetarians and we aren't, so sometimes grilled cheese or mac and cheese get old. So, I haven't tried this yet, but am posting it for safe keeping. Warning: cardamom and garam masala are expensive spices and this recipe only uses a little. So, if you can find them at some place like Whole Foods, you can buy just a little from the bulk aisle and save $$$. -- posted by clarinet player

Apple Spice Hummus

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:59:29 -0400

A delightful fall appetizer. -- posted by 994935

Roasted Garbanzo Beans/Chickpeas

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 20:28:44 -0400

These are addictive little snacks. Crunchy and flavorful BUT actually good for you too! The spicier you get these the better imho! Plus, spicy foods are supposed to increase your metabolism! A reviewer said these made their mouth dry- Guess they might also increase my water intake! :) Make sure to get them good and dry before baking and they will cook more quickly. -- posted by mama's kitchen

Fusion Hummus

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 17:13:15 -0400

Adapted from a recipe by Hannah at www.allrecipes.com. Serve with torn pita, lavash, crackers, or other bread product to scoop and carry. -- posted by DrGaellon

Garbanzo Tacos

Mon, 27 Oct 2008 23:44:01 -0400

This is a wonderful recipe that I've had tucked into my cookbook for years - I wish I knew where it originally came from! The garbanzo beans (also known as chickpeas) are an amazing meat stand-in; honestly, you don't even miss the grease once you give these a try! This is also a very cost-effective and easy way to prepare a meal, since garbanzos are cheap and readily available. I realize this is so simple as to border ridiculous, but it's so good, you just might forgive me! :) -- posted by *Lena*

Vegan Chickpea Salad

Mon, 03 Nov 2008 19:17:24 -0500

Cold chickpea based mediterranean salad. Healthy and vegan. -- posted by Chef #1011451

African Peanut Stew

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 02:07:55 -0500

I first had this stew at a restaurant in Rochester, NY, and when I moved away, spent years recreating it! Delicious with a lovely hearty bread, or with rice cooked in the stew (about 3/4 cup brown rice added with the sweet potatoes and carrots). -- posted by Lizzymommy

Roasted Red Pepper Hummus With Pine Nuts

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:44:19 -0500

I tend to make most things with less olive oil than the original recipe calls for, and this hummus is no exception. My hummus is a bit thicker than the hummus you might find in a Mediterranean restaurant, but Ive found that the addition of a freshly roasted red bell pepper and as much of the juice as you can preserve from the roasting process goes a long way in recreating some of the creaminess of a hummus dripping with olive oil, and with far fewer calories. -- posted by Lizzymommy

Spicy Hummus

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 00:12:34 -0500

I don't know how conventional this hummus recipe is, but it sure is delicious! If you're sick of bland, insipid, and totally uninspiring hummus, this should make you and your taste buds happy. It works as a vegetable dip, as a spread, or in sandwiches. -- posted by bilious_pigeon

Almost Hummus

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 00:15:39 -0500

Not the way I've been taught to make it, but it's wonderfully flavorful. I use canned garbanzo beans, because it is much faster than using the dried ones, which must soak for a bit before cooking. If you do use dried beans, follow the cooking directions for them as usual, but make sure you rinse them! Otherwise a very odd texture develops in this dip that may not be pleasant to all. Reduce amount of salt, and it's very mellow. Can be served warm with pita chips, cold with vegetables, and also as a sandwich spread the next day. -- posted by not-a-shrimp

Chickpea and Tahini Soup

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:05:43 -0500

from Vegetarian Soups for All Seasons. Serve with pita bread and tabbouleh. -- posted by Serah B.

Curried Chickpeas over Rice

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:33:00 -0500

This is a wonderful way to serve garbanzo beans, AKA chickpeas. This dish has a rich tomato-cream sauce with a Caribbean flare. Serve with mildly flavored veggies. Fry very ripe plantains and add to you meal for a wonderful sweet and salty combo. Store leftovers in the refrigerator. Reheat on the stove by mixing the rice and curried chickpeas, or reheat in toaster oven or microwave. Special Notes: Use soymilk or coconut milk if you are unable to find coconut cream. Beware - "cream of coconut" is sweet, and should not be used in this dish. -- posted by Chef Ri

Spicy African Peanut Soup With Chickpeas

Thu, 27 Nov 2008 00:50:57 -0500

After searching on zaar for a similar soup with no success, I found this gem on the cook's recipes website. I can't wait to make a batch for the cold autumn nights we've been having! The type of broth you use is up to you, but I'll be using veggie broth to make this soup vegetarian. You can use creamy peanut butter for a smooth texture or crunchy for a bit of extra bite. Enjoy! -- posted by Hadice

African Peanut Stew

Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:54:22 -0500

Stuffed Aubergines

Sun, 07 Dec 2008 01:46:34 -0500

Aubergines filled with chickpeas, raisins and a lightly spiced couscous -- posted by Vegan Kid

Mesopotamian Barley, Lentil and Tahini Soup (Vegan)

Sun, 14 Dec 2008 17:48:33 -0500

From Silk Road Cooking: A Vegetarian Journey by Najmieh Batmanglij. This is untrried by me so far, but I plan on making it this winter sometime. I'm wating to see if I get a handheld blender for Christmas. -- posted by VegSocialWorker

Spicy Chickpea Burgers

Wed, 17 Dec 2008 12:21:26 -0500

This is a variation on a basic chickpea burger recipe that I found. Requires the use of a food processor. Also to note: the burgers will be crumbly. -- posted by salad savior

Golden Chickpea and Potato Curry

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 00:49:24 -0500

This is based on a mild vegetarian curry I found online several years ago on a Seventh-Day Adventist website. I have also prepared it by adding an 8-ounce package of diced, baked tofu. It is excellent served either by itself or on a bed of cooked brown rice. It also can be prepared ahead of time, as the flavors improve if allowed to blend overnight. -- posted by doobtones #2

Rich Nut & Chickpea Chili

Tue, 23 Dec 2008 15:39:48 -0500

Rich tasting vegetable vegetarian chili to chase away the cold in Winter. You can use soy protein crumbles as well. -- posted by Amberngriffinco

Cilantro and Bean Salsa

Tue, 30 Dec 2008 20:59:23 -0500

This has been passed all around at my place of work and it is delicious! -- posted by Wordartist

Okra & Chickpea Tagine

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 14:44:18 -0500

This spiced dish is full of Moroccan flavour and can be made in a tagine or in a large saucepan. This healthy recipe can be made vegetarian (vegan, actually) and is low in fat and calories. It is from "EatingWell Magazine". You can play around with this recipe; I like to add a cup of sliced mushrooms! -- posted by blucoat

Moroccan Chickpea Salad

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:17:45 -0500

An inexpensive, healthy salad with north african flavors. Quick to make and great to pack for lunches. -- posted by maisypjh

Slimming World Indian Rice

Tue, 06 Jan 2009 19:53:59 -0500

i mad a huge batch of this and froze it for lunches whilst im trying to get skinny you can throw whatver veg and stuff you want in it. i just threw in the easiest things that came to hand -- posted by pornstarbarbie

Chickpea, Potato, and Cabbage Curry

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 18:54:34 -0500

This is one of our favorite Madhur Jaffrey recipes from her wonderful book "From Curries to Kebabs: Recipes From the Indian Spice Trail". We like this with steamed basmati and parathas. My honey likes leftovers cold in his lunch. I use young green cabbage for this, and sometimes if I'm distracted I will use rinsed, canned chickpeas. I have used habanero and scotch bonnet peppers, and also red pepper flakes, it all depends on your personal taste, and what's available at the grocery. The preparation times do not include the chickpea soak/cook time. -- posted by Chef Edlear

Classic Hummus

Fri, 09 Jan 2009 01:05:12 -0500

I really don't care for the hummus on the market these days, so I make my own. The proper way to serve this to guests is to create a small well in the center and pour a little bit of extra virgin olive oil in it, but I don't usually bother for myself. If you want flavored Hummus, just add the ingredient in that you want. Though it has a clove of garlic this is not garlic hummus - for garlic hummus increase the number of cloves to 3 or more to taste. Serve with crackers, pita toasts, veggies, salami, or anything else you wish! This is alot less expensive than buying hummus too! I've looked at the other hummus recipes here before posting this, but none were quite the same as this classic I have been using with rave reviews for years. -- posted by Gaia22

Joan Nathan's Favorite Falafel

Sun, 11 Jan 2009 22:50:47 -0500

From Joan Nathan's cookbook, " The Foods of Israel Today". She created this recipe after sampling many different falafels and interviewing the people who made them. You can make an Egyptian version by omitting the cilantro and substituting fava beans for the chickpeas. To make this truly "Israeli-style", garnish with tahina sauce (made from ground sesame seeds), harissa hot sauce, pickled turnip, or sauerkraut. In fact, all types of pickled fruits and vegetables (including regular dill pickles, eggplant, mango) work really well! If you can't find tahina sauce, you can serve with hummus or a yogurt sauce. Chickpeas need to soak overnight, and chickpeas mixture must be refrigerated for a few hours. -- posted by blucoat

5 Bean Salad

Tue, 13 Jan 2009 20:15:02 -0500

This is a very easy, high fiber salad with a healthy homemade dressing. I often serve this on a bed of lettuce and the dressing is enough for the greens. You can add as many vegetables as you want to the salad and it is much more filling than a green salad alone. -- posted by MollytheCubanChef

Weight Watchers Chickpea Soup

Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:19:21 -0500

Creamy soup; pureed chickpeas replace high-fat cream From Weight Watcher's Versatile Vegetarian -- posted by ceilmary

Falafel

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:56:14 -0500

These falafel have especially nice texture, as the chickpeas are soaked rather than cooked to soften. I usually cook these for supper, but the leftovers make great brown bag lunches. The falafel patties also freeze very well, making this a good choice for OAMC -- posted by dianegrapegrower

Easy Chickpea Salad

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 17:24:05 -0500

From Meatout Mondays weekly newsletter. It says you can eat it plain, or serve on crackers with veggie wedges. -- posted by Serah B.

Gingery Chickpeas in Spicy Tomato Sauce

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 01:17:52 -0500

One of my favorite vegetarian/vegan meals. It's wonderful served with a green salad and soft flatbread. I've provided directions for both stovetop and crock-pot cooking methods, although I originally found the recipe in Judith Finlayson's 150 Best Slow Cooker Recipes. -- posted by appleydapply

Chickpeas With Creamy Lemon Pecan Sauce

Wed, 28 Jan 2009 01:13:17 -0500

A yummy vegan recipe for chickpeas! You can eat this hot or cold. -- posted by Sharon123

Coconut Curried Chickpeas, Cauliflower, and Spinach

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 15:49:53 -0500

This is my FAVORITE recipe!!!! It's healthy, ridiculously tasty, and takes less than 15 minutes to cook. It has the added bonus of being vegetarian, but it's just so good that I'll feed it to anyone and everyone! I got the recipe from Vegetarian Times, the original may be found at http://www.vegetariantimes.com/recipes/7747. We've eaten this with rice, wheat tortillas, or by itself. Basically we just can't stop eating it! Just a warning to all those gringos out there, it's a little bit spicy. ;) In case zaar can't find all the ingredients, the basic nutritional info per serving is: 34 cal/14g protein/13g total fat/11g fiber/46g carbs -- posted by EmJoMay

Hummus in a Hurry

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 11:41:22 -0500

From the 'What Can I Bring?' Cookbook. -- posted by Smiling in Texas

Moroccan Chickpea Soup

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 17:13:50 -0500

My housemate had left some of this in a pan and, having intended to just have a taste, I gobbled up the leftovers! Such a nice flavour! Very easy, low calorie, and ready in 20 minutes. -- posted by Boo L

Delicious Vegetarian Chili!

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 15:53:15 -0500

Great on the first night, and keeps well for a few days. Even better served in a bowl over Fritos! -- posted by SeattlePilot

Spicy Chipotle Hummus

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 00:53:33 -0500

I love this flavorful, tahini-free recipe. It uses roasted garlic--I like to roast a whole clove ahead of time and use the rest in other recipes. It's definitely worth it!!! I prefer my hummus very flavorful, so feel free to reduce the lemon juice, garlic, and chipotle. This was adapted from The Stinking Rose Restaurant Cookbook. -- posted by Chef #1188530

Falafel Patties

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 00:42:37 -0500

This is your basic falafel recipe, but over time i,ve added a few things. I like food that's quick to prepare and cook, mainly because i eat all day long, and these can be eaten 20 mins after you first feel the craving!! -- posted by nicky research

Curry Coconut Chickpeas

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 16:25:15 -0500

This recipe comes from the Fall 2008 issue of Clean Eating. It's nutty and creamy and has great flavor and texture and color. It's also vegan. This is just an all around beautiful dish. The nutritional values per serving are: 179 calories, 5 g fat, 27 g carbs, 6 g fiber, 5 g sugars, 7.5 g protein, 300 mg sodium, 0 mg cholesterol -- posted by Jennyliz

Crispy Roasted Chickpeas With Moroccan Spices

Mon, 09 Mar 2009 11:40:14 -0400

This is a great mid-afternoon snack by itself or sprinkle them on a salad or add some nuts. I used garbanzo beans from my freezer I cooked earlier and tripled the recipe so I'd have extra on hand. Kalyn says garbanzo beans are one of the world's healthiest foods--one of the highest protein levels in plants and also a low-glycemic food. Roasted chickpeas are eaten in Turkey as a snack called Leblebi. This recipe came from Kalyn's Kitchen--the Moroccan Spice Mix is from Fine Cooking Magazine. Kalyn keeps Moroccan Spice Mix on hand to flavor veggies as well. -- posted by AmyZoe

Chickpea Blondies (Gluten-Free)

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 13:40:43 -0400

My cousin made a batch of these and they were quite good. They're almost healthy for you and Gluten-Free to boot! Her's were very gooey (which made them extra yummy). The original recipe is here: http://havecakewilltravel.com/2009/02/26/chickpea-blondies/ Would probably be good with cinnamon & brown sugar sprinkled on top (what wouldn't be?) -- posted by Andrew Mollmann

Quinoa Chickpea Pancakes

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 00:53:21 -0400

This is a vegan recipe that everyone can enjoy. From from the food log, Harriet's Tomato -- posted by CoffeeMom

Chickpea Flour Pancakes With Crushed Peas & Cilantro (Pudla)

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 12:34:43 -0400

From the cookbook, "Madhur Jaffrey's World Vegetarian". These are great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. You can eat this alone, with a sweet chutney or jam, Greek yogurt, or a savoury spread or salsa. This is a very flexible recipe- feel free to adjust the ingredients and add spices to your liking. -- posted by blucoat

Bean Salad

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 18:04:04 -0400

Using a variety of beans and other vegetables to make a delicious cold salad. Though I use these beans, you can substitute any other beans. sometimes I forget the tomatoes, sometimes my forgetfulness is intentional. ;-) You can serve immediately after making at room temperature or refridgerate for a different taste. Holds well in fridge for leftovers. -- posted by Chef JVDreamWorker

Lemon Lime Hummus

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 01:51:06 -0400

This was the first hummus I made when I got my new food processor, and I'm never buying it at the store again! I got the recipe from PracticalYoga.tv and followed it exactly. I love the very fresh and bright flavors from the citrus fruits and how well the spices complement them. I eat it as a healthy snack on carrot and celery sticks. The original recipe notes: "If you are going to use the zest of a citrus fruit it is important that you buy organic, since the outside peel houses most of the pesticides." Note: Original recipe makes quite a lot. I usually halve the recipe for a week's worth of hummus for two. -- posted by ATouchofZing

Mideast Minestrone Soup (Shurbat Al-Khudar)

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 01:56:25 -0400

A delicious and hearty soup from Faye Levy's cookbook, "Feast From the Mideast: 250 Sun-Drenched Recipes from the Lands of the Bible". Makes 6 first-course or 3 or 4 main-course servings. -- posted by blucoat

Sb Diet Phase 1 Spicy Chickpea and Onion Soup

Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:02:13 -0400

yummy spicy vegetable soup! Perfert for phase 1 of the South Beach Diet. This recipe is from a friend. -- posted by C.I.M.S (cooking is my sanctuary)

Mini Vegan Wellingtons

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 01:30:25 -0400

From the cookbook "Vegan Lunch Box" by Jennifer McCann, these little treats are fabulous! -- posted by Wish I Could Cook

Yummy Hummus With Variations

Mon, 04 May 2009 11:43:43 -0400

From Elizabeth Baird's blog, an easy hummus with variations. Apparently, putting the garlic in the food processor can make it bitter, so stir in finely chopped or crushed garlic after processing. Variations are noted at recipe bottom. -- posted by Katzen

Garlic Garbanzo Bean Spread

Mon, 04 May 2009 14:26:43 -0400

I wanted to try something besides hummus with garbanzo beans. I wasn't sure how the olive oil would taste (I kept wanting to add tahini instead), but it's very good. This would be a great after school snack because it's quick to prepare and healthy. You could also eat on bread like a sandwich. Recipe from 2007 Taste of Home Annual Recipes, courtesy of Lisa Moore, Clay, New York. -- posted by AmyZoe

Bulgur Pilaf With Chickpeas

Wed, 13 May 2009 01:18:24 -0400

Adapted from "The PDQ Vegetarian Cookbook" by Donna Klein. The recipe recommends fancy (fine grain) bulgur as it cooks faster, although none of the stores I went to had more than one kind to pick from so I took what I could get (I believe it was medium). The original recipe also called for frozen chopped onion and jarred minced garlic - I used fresh. This recipe was my first experience with toasted sesame oil - delicious! -- posted by Chef #1109421

Curried Vermicelli With Chickpeas

Fri, 15 May 2009 00:59:53 -0400

From "The PDQ Vegetarian Cookbook" by Donna Klein. The chickpeas can be omitted if desired. If you want the dish a little milder, halve the curry powder and chili paste amounts. I used regular canola oil in place of the peanut oil and the recipe seemed to turn out fine. I didn't use the pimiento -- posted by Chef #1109421

Flour-Free Falafel

Sat, 23 May 2009 18:05:42 -0400

SBD P1 -- posted by schmme

Black Bean Hummus Adapted from Penguin Drive-In

Mon, 25 May 2009 11:53:10 -0400

This recipe is from Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives adapted from Greg Auten, co-owner of Penguin Drive-In in Charlotte, NC. This is a spicy hummus that tastes middle eastern. I think it makes a great spread for bread or serve with pita chips. It's a different flavor than you expect for hummus, but it's yummy. I didn't have black beans and substituted kidney beans and still really enjoyed it. -- posted by AmyZoe

Insalata Di Ceci - Corsican Chickpea Salad

Tue, 26 May 2009 16:38:02 -0400

This salad is really delicious & comes from the book: Little Foods of the Mediterranean By Clifford A. Wright. The recipe doesn't state this, but I prefer to let the salad sit for 30 mins so the garlic flavour mellows a little..... -- posted by Um Safia

Chickpea Salad Sandwiches

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 01:21:36 -0400

After becoming a vegetarian, I missed certain sandwiches that I used to make on a regular basis. In an effort to substitute, I came up with this faux chicken salad-esque spread that is delicious on whole grain bread or in a pita pocket! It is an easy go-to because I usually have everything in my pantry. Substitute any ingredients that you might use in your chicken or tuna salad! -- posted by Miss_Elaine

Felafel from Moosewood Cookbook

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 01:35:15 -0400

An exotic vegetarian delicacy... it's SO EASY and SO GOOD! Very flavorful and lots of spice. This only takes 5 minutes to put together and another few minutes of frying. Put them in a pita with shredded lettuce and Tzatziki sauce (recipe # 257413 is excellent!) for an easy, delicious, vegetarian lunch or dinner. Figure 3 to 4 felafel will fit in a pita when planning serving sizes. -- posted by Dans La Lune

Mediterranean Bean Salad - Basic & Simple yet Awesome

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:27:20 -0400

A super easy basic and really yummy salad. Great for summer picnics & BBQ. Great side dish for Italian, Greek, Lebanese.... Vary the beans... add cheese... other veg, peppers. -- posted by ChandraSoleil

Cook's Illustrated Restaurant-Style Hummus

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 16:12:21 -0400

This is a smooth and silky hummus from those people on PBS who know how to test and create great recipes. They recommend Joyva or Krinos tahini and Pastene chickpeas (I used what I had on hand). Hummus can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 5 days. If you do not plan on serving it immediately, refrigerate the hummus and garnishes separately. When ready to serve, stir in approximately 1 tablespoon of warm water if the texture is too thick. Serving size is estimated. -- posted by AmyZoe

Pumpkin and Chickpea Ratatouille

Sun, 26 Jul 2009 10:08:26 -0400

Recipe from Womens Weekly magazine and stated to be from the WW "Pantry" cookbook. A simple vegetarian recipe. Be sure to drain and rinse your chickpeas to get rid of the brine -- posted by **Jubes**

Tomato and Chickpea Salad

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:09:23 -0400

This is a very filling and quick salad that can be made in a hurry to feed your vegan and non-vegan friends. I have seen similar recipes, but this one is my own invention. -- posted by Anya

Quick Summer Hummus Sammies

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 02:42:35 -0400

Here's a simple, fresh, delicious and healthy sandwich you might enjoy this summer. -- posted by Bonnie bonbon

Santa Fe Salsa

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 03:09:11 -0400

Received in email from gourmet-recipes-from-around-the-world - sounded great! (Especially since I am canning green salsa now) Thanks Hummus Master! -- posted by Buster's friend

Jalapeno & Roasted Red Pepper Hummus

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 02:15:30 -0400

Another nice hummus recipe that makes use of my garden's peppers by way of The Wichita Eagle who got it from the North American Olive Oil Association. This one is a little lighter on the lemon & tahini - adjust to your taste of course. Use a potato masher to crush the garbanzos if you do not have food processor or blender - did it that way myself for years & now I prefer a chunkier hummus to the ultra-smooth, go figure. Serve with baked pita bread or pita chips or stuff into tomatoes (big cherries piped with smooth spicy hummus are great heavy hors d'oeuvres). -- posted by Buster's friend

Hummus of Doom

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 17:19:30 -0400

Hummus and vegans go together like vegans and soy. I've been tweaking hummus recipes for the past few years to find the perfect one for my tastes. Here is the result. -- posted by Chef #1355741

Stacey E's Yummy Veggie Burgers!

Mon, 24 Aug 2009 01:38:15 -0400

My friend Stacey significantly modified a recipe she found on allrecipes.com. It's a vegan recipe, and even though I am a happy carnivore, I would eat these veggie burgers over a beef burger any day! -- posted by ramartin42

People Love This Hummus

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 01:43:10 -0400

i serve this hummus with veggies or pita bread triangles when I have people over. it is made completely from scratch so it takes some time to make but is easy and people go crazy for it. -- posted by krolek

Chickpea Ratatouille

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 10:45:31 -0400

A simple, cheap and delicious recipe to suit anyone - I don't eat refined carbs so I serve it with a side of broccoli, but try serving it with cooked pasta or rice for a more filling meal. -- posted by peachy_pie

Eggplant Hummus (Baba Ghanoush)

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:53:02 -0400

A fantastic way to use the eggplant harvest. Great with pita slices, on rice crackers, or as a fresh vegetable dip. -- posted by MsTeechur

Swiss Chard Curry

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 11:08:54 -0400

A very hardy curry dish the whole family loved even though i'm usually the only one who likes swiss chard or curry. The recipe came from the Saskatoon Sun. I used canned chick peas rather than dried and added yams. I never had fresh ginger so I used ginger powder. Havn't tried it with the yogurt either. -- posted by Tilden

Butternut Squash Coconut Curry

Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:45:00 -0400

This was inspired from the lovely little butternut squashes at the Farmer's Market last week. I used my recipe: recipe #84474 as a base, switched the sweet potatoes for butternut squash, and added a can of coconut milk, and came up with this! I did take the time to toast and grind whole cumin and corriander, but feel free to use the already-ground versions of these spices as well. Also, roasting your butternut squash with some salt pepper and curry powder brings a wonderfully deep and carmelized flavor to your curry -- posted by Kozmic Blues

Low Fat Lime Cilantro Hummus

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 16:28:33 -0400

My husband found this recipe on a website about a year ago and it has become a staple in our home. (The website is www.urbandrivel.blogspot.com there are quite a few good recipes if you're interested). It's great with Falafel, fresh veggies and pita wedges. -- posted by Bell4523

Mediterranean Artichoke Stew

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 17:31:07 -0400

A zesty, hearty dish that is delicious both hot AND cold. Artichokes, lemon, and some spices make up the base of the flavor, and the addition of potatoes and garbanzo beans (chickpeas) add substance. Wonderful served with just a fresh green salad. I adapted this from a Madhur Jaffrey recipe from "World Vegetarian" ("Artichokes Stewed with Potatoes," labeled as Moroccan) by adjusting the spices a little bit and adding the chickpeas. -- posted by DaphneM

Crispy Ceci (Chickpeas)

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:03:55 -0400

These are the tastiest chickpeas ever! A local Italian restaurant makes them and shared their recipe in a daily so now I am sharing it with you:) -- posted by Jazmina

Yummy Indian Crunch Patties / Lentil & Chickpea Masala Vedai

Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:36:48 -0400

I finally got the blades to go back on that $*%#@! food processor correctly so I've been making lots of fritters. (Preferably all at once and freezing so A) I don't have to scramble looking for something to eat between classes, and B) I hate washing that cantankerous odious thing and the less I have to wash it out, the better.) I found a website (if my brain was working right now I could remember what site it was) that had lots of cool Indian and vegan recipes. I browsed through many then I got this idea for some spicy fritters that didn't involve me getting up to go back out to the store; I'll probably be posting fritter/crunch patty recipes all week. These are not quite bhajia, not quite masala vedai, but they're tasty. And vegan! Yields about 10 crunch patties. -- posted by the80srule

Hummus

Sat, 24 Oct 2009 03:16:10 -0400

Easy to make. No tahini required - this one uses toasted sesame seeds. Serve with fresh vegetables, breadsticks or toasted pitas, or use as a sandwich filling. Keeps several days in the fridge. -- posted by fluffystew

Eggplant Hummus

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:01:59 -0500

This healthy dip (which we call "hummus ganouj" ) is great with pita or vegetables (baby carrots, sliced bell pepper, cherry tomatoes). If you don't have a blender, finely dice the garlic and mash the chickpeas with a fork, and mix with all the other ingredients. Although the result won't be as creamy, that's how hummus was made before blenders existed. -- posted by Hanna Louise

Just Right Spinach & Chickpea Curry (Vegan) - Chole Palak

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 07:58:39 -0500

I called this just right because it was just the right recipe for the amount of time I wanted to spend on cooking it, and it has just the right amount of ingredients, mainly pantry staples so I wasn't scrounging around for substitutes. I found this on www.manjulaskitchen.com ... she has some fabulous recipes, very easy to follow. I made her parathas as well, best ever for me. Hope you enjoy! -- posted by magpie diner

Hummus - Silky Smooth, from Scratch!

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:48:16 -0500

This recipe was published in the food section of my city paper from a local Lebanese restaurant. Amazingly smooth and creamy. "Baking soda is the secret to silky smooth hummus; it softens the beans so they cook quickly and break down easily when blended. The hummus can be prepared up to two days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use." -- posted by biznana

Cinnamon Sugar Rattle Snakes, I Mean Snacks!

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:45:41 -0500

Roasted crunchy chickpeas, made popular by low carb diets, now kid favorite sugar and cinnamon added! This is a high fiber, high protein snack! These crisp up as they cool. Adapted from The Sneaky Chef cookbook. -- posted by Sharon123

Chickpea and Pepper Sandwich Spread

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:18:43 -0500

A fresh and zesty sandwich filler which I eatevery week. A great veganoption. -- posted by rmarcella56

Kenyan Vegetable Curry

Fri, 04 Dec 2009 16:11:50 -0500

I found this in the newspaper under recipes for a presidential inauguration party. The caption was "A vibrant Kenyan Vegetable Curry could please a president with African roots, as well as anyone who likes the way each vegetable keeps its distinct flavor when baked instead of boiled." I don't have a dutch oven, so I just did the first part in a large skillet then transferred the food into a casserole dish. I love being a vegetarian!!! -- posted by superblondieno2

Curried Tofu and Chickpeas

Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:24:21 -0500

An easy and high-protein vegan recipe I like to eat with a salad after a workout. -- posted by peachy_pie

Falafels (Vegan)

Sat, 12 Dec 2009 19:07:50 -0500

fromvegan taste of middle east, linda majzlic, my guessed falafels have mixed result so ive not tried these yet but i will -- posted by pornstarbarbie

Swedish Style, Vegan Kofta Balls

Mon, 14 Dec 2009 01:11:06 -0500

(They look like meat balls, and have a similar texture as well) This recipe is from "The Higher Taste", a Hare Krishna cookbook, with modifications to suit the westerner's palate. These Kofta balls contain seasonings which are reminiscent of Swedish meat balls, instead of the Indian spices found in the original recipe. The great thing about these Kofta balls is that my 3-year-old son eats them, and normally, he won't touch veggies. Everything tastes good when it's fried! Although these kofta balls are fried, they are not greasy at all. To start, You will need about 1 liter canola oil (expeller pressed, or other oil for deep frying). -- posted by Lance Kimber

Kate's Supersonic Chickpea Sandwich Spread

Sat, 02 Jan 2010 10:19:56 -0500

Throw it all together and put it on some toast. -- posted by Kate the Magnificent

Chickpea(Garbanzo) Patties

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 14:35:59 -0500

This recipe makes one serving, because I usually only cook for myself, but you can double as many times as you want to suit your needs. I eat these patties on lettuce, but you can use them as patties in a veggie burger. Enjoy! -- posted by Jennifer (Chef #1283746)

Harissa-Spiked Houmous

Wed, 03 Feb 2010 10:38:58 -0500

This recipe is delicous -- for a nosh, cocktail party or just an evening snack! I love these kinds of appetizers because they don't take much time, this one is vegan -- so almost anyone can eat it. I like to serve them with Pita Crisps: preheat oven to 375ºF. Split 6 pitas hrizontally into circles, then cut each circle into 6 triangles. Lay them in a single layer, rough side up, on 2 or 3 baking sheets. Use a pastry brush to brush triangles with olive oil, then sprinkle with fennel seeds and a pinch of sea salt or instead of fennel and sea salt use Mrs Dash salt free seasonings. For example: Table Blend, Original or Garlic & Herb, these have a flavor all their own -- try it you might like it. These can be made about a week ahead, just store in airtight container. -- posted by Manami