Buffalo Chickpea Dip (Vegan)

Vegan buffalo chickpea dip in a bowl with pita bread and raw veggie sticks.

5 from 2 votes

This easy buffalo chickpea dip is so delicious and can be made within 10 minutes! It is a vegetarian and dairy-free version of the classic buffalo chicken dip, yet you won't believe how creamy, rich and flavorful it is! Perfect for game day, family gatherings, spreading in wraps and much more.

Prep Time10

Cook Time0

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chickpea dip, healthy dip, vegan buffalo recipe, vegan dip

Servings:

Calories: 131kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Equipment

Food processor
Measuring cups
Measuring spoons

Ingredients

15 oz canned chickpeas rinsed and drained
½ cup dairy-free plain yogurt I used plain cashew yogurt from Forager
¼ cup spicy cayenne pepper sauce I used the classic Frank's red hot sauce
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
1 green onions finely chopped
1 celery stick finely diced

Instructions

To a food processor, add the chickpeas, yogurt, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, nutritional yeast and salt.
Pulse a few times until it comes together. I recommend keeping some texture and avoiding a hummus-like consistency for the best results. You can pulse 3-4 times or until the chickpeas are mostly broken down, then finish mixing with a spatula if needed.
Carefully remove the blades and add the chopped green onions and celery. Stir them in, then taste to adjust the seasoning. Serve with pita wedges, crackers or raw veggie sticks.

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Notes

After rinsing the chickpeas, make sure to drain them well so the dip isn't watery. You can even gently pat them dry with a clean towel!
I highly recommend pulsing the ingredients as opposed to a constant blend so the dip has a coarse texture. The idea is to not end up with hummus! Just a few pulses to break down the chickpeas, then you can keep stirring with a spatula so the dip isn't overprocessed.
Adjust spiciness to your preference. I found that ¼ cup of hot sauce gave it just the right amount of tang and spicy taste, but you can add more if desired or start with less.
Double up! Planning on a large gathering? This dip will disappear in no time, so make more by doubling the recipe.
You can serve this dip in so many ways! Try it in tacos, over salads, in sandwich wraps and much more.
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

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