We are organising all the vegetarian recipes we had published to make it a 100% vegan blog. When it was the Caesar salad turn, we decided that instead of using croutons or toast, we could use the best healthy chickpea croutons (gluten-free). Also Read: Healthy Vegan Parmesan Cheese (Less Than 5 Minutes)

The original idea was not ours; we saw some American blogs that used them to make a gluten-free and more nutritious salad.

We had already published a recipe for roasted chickpeas; it is a delicious, light snack and does not contain more than chickpeas, lemon juice and spices. This time we have changed the herbs to make them have a more neutral flavour, but you can use whatever you want.

Also Read: The Best Rich, Creamy And Light Vegan Caesar Sauce

The best healthy chickpea croutons (gluten-free) can be used to replace croutons in soups, creams or in any recipe that uses them, or simply as a healthy snack to take between meals or to watch a movie like popcorn if you are on a diet, you can put a Tupper in your smuggling bag when you go to the film.

Also Read: The Best Rich Vegan Caesar Salad Recipe (Delicious)

To make this recipe, you only need five ingredients: chickpeas, lemon (or lime) juice, garlic powder, onion powder and salt. If you cannot take salt, you can eliminate it without problems, add more spices so that your chickpeas have more flavour.

Ideally, put the chickpeas in a bowl and the lemon juice and spices, stir with your hands and then pour them on the baking sheet. You can also mix it on the fly on the cookie sheet, although the base may brown more than necessary, so be careful.Also Read: Healthy Vegan Feta Cheese (Fat & Cholesterol Free)

The baking time may vary depending on your oven; although I usually have them for about 20 minutes, I stir them and leave them for another 10 or 15 minutes. When you take them out of the oven, they will be softer, and when they cool down, they will harden and be crisper.

You can see the Caesar salad we made using the best healthy chickpea croutons (gluten-free) in the photo above. If you want the recipe, don't worry because we are going to publish it this week. Also Read: Healthy Vegan Greek Salad Recipe With Feta Tofu Cheese

Meanwhile, you can prepare the chickpeas, which are delicious and are a great alternative to the typical croutons, ideal for celiacs and people who try to avoid eating gluten or processed products.

The Best Healthy Chickpea Croutons (Gluten-Free)

• The best healthy chickpea croutons (gluten-free) are a healthy alternative to croutons, ideal for celiacs or people who avoid gluten. You can use any spice.Author: Dance of Stoves
• Preparation: 5 mins
• Cook: 30 mins
• Total: 35 minutes
• Servings: 1 cup (200 g) (1x), 2 cup (200 g) (2x), 3 cup (200 g) (3x)
• Category: Appetizer
• Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free

Ingredients SCALE (1x)

• 1 cup of raw chickpeas (200 g)
• The juice of half a lemon
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• One teaspoon garlic powder
• One teaspoon onion powder

Ingredients SCALE (2x)

• 2 cup of raw chickpeas (400 g)
• The juice of half a lemon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Two teaspoon garlic powder
• Two teaspoon onion powder

Ingredients SCALE (3x)

• 3 cups raw chickpeas (600 g)
• The juice of half a lemon
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• Three teaspoon garlic powder
• Three teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

1. Let the chickpeas soak from the night before.
2. The next day, strain the chickpeas, add them to a bowl, and add the lemon juice, salt, and spices. Mix well with your hands.
3. Preheat the oven to 200ºC or 390ºF.
4. Place the chickpeas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake for 20 minutes. Take out the tray, stir in the chickpeas and bake for another 10-15 minutes.
6. Remove the chickpeas and let them cool completely before eating.

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Recipe inspired by her Oh She Glows