“🌱✨ Craving comfort food? Try our Barbeque Chickpea Loaf with Paprika Glaze! This savory vegan dish is bursting with flavor and perfect for a cozy night in. Get ready to enjoy a hearty meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious! 🍴😋

OVERVIEW

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Servings: 6 servings
• Calories: Approximately 250 kcal per serving

INGREDIENTS

For the Chickpea Loaf:

• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (vegan if preferred)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or oat flour for gluten-free option)
• Salt and pepper to taste

For the Paprika Glaze:

• 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a loaf pan and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas using a potato masher or fork until mostly mashed, with some chunks remaining.
3. Add finely chopped onion, minced garlic, barbecue sauce, tomato paste, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, dried thyme, breadcrumbs, salt, and pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix until well combined.
4. Transfer the chickpea mixture into the greased loaf pan, pressing it down firmly and smoothing the top.
5. In a small bowl, whisk together barbecue sauce, maple syrup, and smoked paprika to make the paprika glaze.
6. Brush the paprika glaze evenly over the top of the chickpea loaf.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the loaf is firm and golden brown on the edges.
8. Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing.
9. Serve slices of the Barbecue Chickpea Loaf with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Enjoy the smoky, flavorful goodness of this Barbecue Chickpea Loaf with Paprika Glaze!