Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistibly creamy and spicy Buffalo Chickpea Dip! Perfect for game days, parties, or a cozy night in, this vegan twist on a classic favorite is packed with flavor and made in just 10 minutes. With its delightful blend of chickpeas, vegan cream cheese, and zesty hot sauce, this dip is sure to be a crowd-pleaser that keeps everyone coming back for more. Dive into this simple yet delicious recipe and discover how easy it is to whip up a plant-based treat that will leave your taste buds dancing!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup vegan cream cheese
- 1/4 cup hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup green onions, sliced
- Vegetable sticks or crackers for serving
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold water, ensuring all excess liquid is removed.
- In a food processor, combine the drained chickpeas, vegan cream cheese, hot sauce, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the processor as needed to ensure even mixing.
- Transfer the blended mixture to a serving bowl and fold in the finely chopped celery and sliced green onions, mixing gently to distribute evenly.
- Taste the dip and adjust seasoning if needed. You can add more hot sauce for extra heat or lemon juice for tanginess.
- Cover the dip and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together and chill.
- Before serving, give the dip a quick stir and garnish with additional chopped green onions if desired.
- Serve chilled with fresh vegetable sticks like carrots, celery, cucumber, or crackers for dipping.
- Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
Tips
- Prep Ahead: For the best flavor, prepare the dip a few hours in advance or even the night before. This allows the ingredients to meld together beautifully.
- Customize the Heat: If you're a spice lover, don't hesitate to add more hot sauce or even a pinch of cayenne pepper to kick up the heat!
- Texture Matters: For a chunkier dip, pulse the chickpeas less in the food processor, leaving some bits for added texture.
- Serving Suggestions: Pair this dip with a variety of dippers! Fresh vegetable sticks like carrots, celery, and bell peppers, or crunchy crackers make great options.
- Storage Tips: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days. Just give it a quick stir before serving again!
- Garnish for Flair: A sprinkle of chopped green onions or a drizzle of hot sauce on top adds a beautiful finishing touch and extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 120kcal
Carbohydrates: 15g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
