Buffalo Chickpea Dip (Vegan)

Delight your guests with a zesty vegan Buffalo Chickpea Dip! Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any gathering, this savory delight is a crowd-pleaser. It’s not just an appetizer; it’s a sensation. Get ready to elevate your hors d'oeuvres game!

Buffalo Chickpea Dip (Vegan) Recipe

• Prep time: 10 mins

• Cook time: 10 mins

• Total time: 20 mins

• Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 (29 oz) can of chickpeas or 2 (13 oz) cans, drained and rinsed

• ¼ cup vegan mayonnaise (optional)

• ¼ cup hot sauce (we used Franks Hot Sauce)

• 1 Tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed

• 1 Tbsp olive oil or melted vegan butter

• 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast (optional)

• ¼ tsp paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• ¼ - ½ tsp salt

• For garnish: fresh snipped chives

Instructions

1. Add half of the chickpeas, vegan mayonnaise, hot sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, and seasonings to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until smooth for about 30-45 seconds. 

2. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the remaining chickpeas. Stir to combine well. If you prefer a less chunky dip, then mash the chickpeas with the back of a fork before adding them to the processed chickpea mixture. 

3. Once combined, transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with snipped chives. Serve alongside fresh vegetables and chips. 

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1

Gather ingredients. It’s helpful to pre-measure everything.

Step 2

Add half of the chickpeas, vegan mayonnaise, hot sauce, lemon juice, olive oil, and seasonings to the bowl of a food processor. 

Step 3

Pulse ingredients until smooth, about 30-45 seconds. 

Step 4

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and add the remaining chickpeas. Stir to combine well. If you prefer a less chunky dip, then mash the chickpeas with the back of a fork before adding them to the processed chickpea mixture. 

Step 5

Once combined, transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with snipped chives. Serve alongside fresh vegetables and chips. 

Notes

• You can serve this recipe hot or cold. If you prefer, you can top it with vegan mozzarella and bake for 10 - 15 minutes at 350 degrees before serving. 

• Take this Buffalo Chickpea Dip to the next level with crumbled vegan blue cheese and an extra drizzle of hot sauce! 

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