Moroccan Vegetable Pie with Chickpea Crust

Chickpeas make the crust of this hearty pie colourful, fragrant and dense. Though the ingredients are many, a lot are pantry staples and the dish comes together easily for an impressive entree.

Bread au Gratin with Tomatoes & Chickpeas

You may have had chickpeas in popular Middle Eastern dishes like falafel or hummus, but did you know there are so many more ways to eat the delicious legumes? Try these recipes to see for yourself!

Chickpea Patties in Pitas with Coriander Yogurt

Legumes such as chickpeas are an essential part of vegetarian dishes. They are versatile, high in fibre and protein and have no cholesterol and little fat. They also provide a nutty taste to these patties.

Spicy Maple-Glazed Chicken Drumsticks with Crispy Chickpea Salad

The crispy spiced chickpeas are great for nibbling on between meals. Double the batch and stash some for the extras in your lunch bag for an easy protein-packed snack.

Grilled Steak With Garlicky Chickpea Mash and Arugula Salad

Quick-cooking steak is a great dinner option when you're up against the clock. Creamy chickpeas make a satisfying substitute for traditional mashed potatoes and take a fraction of the time to cook.

Cooked Chickpeas

Chickpea Salad

Awesome and healthy salad that tastes as good as it looks. Serve as a side dish with burgers, steaks, chicken or fish. Great for a potluck or buffet... there won't be any left over!

Chickpea Spread

With a mellow yellow hue and contrasting red and green topping, this tasty spread adds a colourful note to the table. Serve in a shallow dish so that the topping is spaced out and surround with pita crisps or baguette slices.

Butter Chickpeas

This vegan take on butter chicken boasts all the flavour and creaminess of the classic without any of the butter.

Deli Chickpea Salad

Pack this hearty, tasty salad in a plastic container to eat by itself or use it as a filling for a whole wheat pita pocket that you've packed separately. You can replace the salami strips with Black Forest ham if your child prefers.