Gluten-Free Vegan Kebab

Elevate your plant-based grilling game with these mouthwatering Gluten-Free Vegan Kebabs, a fusion of nourishing chickpeas, bold spices, and colorful veggies. This wholesome recipe combines pantry staples like gluten-free breadcrumbs, smoked paprika, and fresh parsley to create a flavorful, protein-packed kebab mixture that's both gluten-free and vegan-friendly. Carefully threaded onto skewers alongside vibrant vegetables, these kebabs are versatile, easy to prepare, and perfect for grilling, baking, or pan-searing. Ready in just 40 minutes, they’re an excellent option for backyard BBQs, quick weeknight dinners, or meal prep. Serve these crispy-yet-tender kebabs with gluten-free pita, creamy hummus, or your favorite fresh salad for a crowd-pleasing, allergen-friendly meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Canned chickpeas
• 1 cup Gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 1 medium, finely chopped Red onion
• 2 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Gluten-free soy sauce or tamari
• 3 cups, chopped into bite-sized pieces Vegetables for skewers (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes)
• 8 pieces Metal or bamboo skewers

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, gluten-free breadcrumbs, red onion, garlic, parsley, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and soy sauce or tamari.

Step 3

Pulse the mixture until it forms a coarse dough-like consistency. Avoid over-processing; the mixture should hold together but still have some texture.

Step 4

Using your hands, divide the mixture into small portions and shape them into oblong patties or sausage-like shapes to fit the skewers.

Step 5

If using bamboo skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes to prevent burning if you plan to grill the kebabs.

Step 6

Thread the shaped kebab mixture onto the skewers, alternating with chopped vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes).

Step 7

For grilling: Preheat a grill to medium heat, lightly grease the grates, and cook the kebabs for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and slightly charred.

Step 8

For baking: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C), place the kebabs on a greased baking sheet, and bake for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through to ensure even browning.

Step 9

Serve the kebabs warm with gluten-free pita bread, hummus, or a side of fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1671 grams (1671.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1757

Total Fat 48.70g	62%
Saturated Fat 5.30g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5060mg	220%
Total Carbohydrate 289.50g	105%
Dietary Fiber 38.40g	137%
Total Sugars 48.90g
Protein 44.90g	90%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 495mg	38%
Iron 15mg	85%
Potassium 2708mg	58%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 24.7%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 65.2%