These Buffalo Chickpea Ranch Tacos are a delicious and satisfying vegetarian option for taco night. Packed with flavor from spicy buffalo sauce and creamy ranch dressing, they offer a unique twist on traditional tacos.
This Tacos Recipe is easy to prepare and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun gathering with friends. You can customize the toppings to your liking, making them a versatile choice for any palate.
Spicy Buffalo Chickpea Tacos
These tacos feature roasted chickpeas tossed in buffalo sauce, served in warm tortillas with a drizzle of ranch dressing and your choice of toppings. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or blue cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare Chickpeas: In a mixing bowl, toss the drained chickpeas with olive oil and buffalo sauce until well coated.
- Roast Chickpeas: Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until crispy, stirring halfway through.
- Warm Tortillas: While the chickpeas are roasting, warm the tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side.
- Assemble Tacos: Once the chickpeas are done, fill each tortilla with a portion of the roasted chickpeas, drizzle with ranch dressing, and top with lettuce, tomatoes, green onions, and cheese if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 tacos
- Calories: 250kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 32g