Vegan Dino Nuggets

Get ready to level up snack time with these kid-approved, plant-powered Vegan Dino Nuggets! Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, hearty rolled oats, and a boost of cheesy flavor from nutritional yeast, these adorable dinosaur-shaped bites are as fun as they are nutritious. A hint of paprika and garlic powder adds a savory twist, while grated carrot keeps them moist and tender. Coated in crispy panko breadcrumbs and baked to perfection, these nuggets are a healthy, vegan alternative to traditional dino nuggets—perfect for kids and adults alike. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a wholesome, nostalgic treat that’s ready in under 45 minutes. Great for family meals, lunchboxes, or a fun party platter!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Chickpeas, cooked and drained
• 100 grams Rolled oats
• 30 grams Nutritional yeast
• 1 medium Carrot, finely grated
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseeds
• 5 tablespoons Water
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 100 grams Panko breadcrumbs
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the ground flaxseeds and water, stir well, and set aside for 5 minutes to thicken.

Step 3

In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, rolled oats, nutritional yeast, grated carrot, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, prepared flaxseed mixture, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

Pulse the mixture until it comes together and is well combined but still has a bit of texture.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into a bowl and take small portions (about 2 tablespoons each) to shape them into dino nugget shapes using your hands or a small cookie cutter.

Step 6

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a shallow dish. Coat each shaped nugget in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 7

Place the nuggets on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden and crispy.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	834.1 grams (834.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2179

Total Fat 83.00g	106%
Saturated Fat 11.50g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1964mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 280.50g	102%
Dietary Fiber 57.00g	204%
Total Sugars 29.10g
Protein 88.60g	177%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 362mg	28%
Iron 25mg	137%
Potassium 2547mg	54%

*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: 33.6%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 50.5%