Heart-Healthy Vegan Kebab
Elevate your plant-based dining experience with this Heart-Healthy Vegan Kebab recipe—delicious, nutritious, and packed with wholesome ingredients! Made with protein-rich chickpeas, finely chopped veggies, and a blend of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and smoked paprika, these kebabs are both flavorful and satisfying. The use of flaxseed meal as a natural binder keeps them completely vegan and cholesterol-free, making them a great choice for a heart-healthy diet. Whether baked or grilled, these kebabs develop a perfectly crisp exterior and remain tender on the inside. Serve them with creamy hummus, a drizzle of tahini, or a vibrant side salad for a well-rounded, gluten-free, and nourishing meal that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Ideal for anyone seeking a healthy vegan twist on a classic kebab!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas (or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 0.5 cups rolled oats (gluten-free, if needed)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium carrot, grated
- 0.5 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons flaxseed meal
- 3 tablespoons warm water (to mix with flaxseed to create flax egg)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing, optional)
- 10 pieces bamboo skewers (soaked in water if grilling)
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix flaxseed meal with warm water to make a flax egg. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it thickens.
In a food processor, add cooked chickpeas, rolled oats, onion, garlic, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, parsley, and lemon juice. Blend until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky.
Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add grated carrot, diced red bell pepper, and the prepared flax egg. Mix everything thoroughly until it comes together into a cohesive dough.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) or heat your grill to medium heat.
Divide the mixture into 10 equal portions. With slightly damp hands, shape each portion around a bamboo skewer to form long kebab shapes.
If grilling, brush the kebabs lightly with olive oil for added crispiness (optional). Grill for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly browned and crisp. If baking, place the kebabs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Serve warm with a side of hummus, tahini dressing, or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1024 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.4 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1743 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.7 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.0 g | 146% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 2024 mg | 43% | |
*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.
