These quick and easy BBQ Chickpea Tacos are a perfect 15 minute dinner. They’re smokey, savory, and topped with a fresh slaw and avocado slices.
I am sharing one of my favvvv quick and easy meals today – BBQ Chickpea Tacos! This is the perfect kind of meal for those nights when you have no time and no motivation to cook anything, but you still have to eat something. All you need is a can of chickpeas warmed with BBQ sauce, a bag of coleslaw mix dressed with some mayo and ACV, and some tortillas to serve everything in. Add some cilantro and sliced avocado if you have it in the house, but if not – no biggie. These are still pretty delicious either way!
I don’t know what to tell y’all about these BBQ chickpea tacos except you need to make them!! I rarely post true 15 minute recipes on here, but this one is really such a quick and easy one to add to your repertoire. And it’s so easy to customize! You can use your favorite BBQ sauce, whether you like it spicier or sweeter or more smokey. Personally, even though I am from Texas, I am not into the “Texas style” BBQ sauce which is very peppery. What I used is called “Carolina Style” and it was nice and mellow, a perfect pairing with the cool and tangy slaw! 
TIPS FOR SUCCESS:
Make these tacos your own! Use your favorite BBQ sauce, or use enchilada sauce for a more Tex-Mex version
Quick & easy is the name of the game for me, so I just toss coleslaw mix with some vegan mayo, apple cider vinegar, and garlic salt. Feel free to toss it in a different dressing (I bet ranch would be good!), or use a different mix of shredded cabbage and greens
I ALWAYS toast my corn tortillas in a cast iron skillet for more flavor! You can also do this with flour tortillas if you prefer.
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BBQ Chickpea Tacos
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Description
Crispy chickpeas tossed in smoky BBQ sauce are the star of these vibrant tacos. Topped with a creamy slaw and cool avocado, its a flavor explosion!
Ingredients
- 2 cans (2 cans) chickpeas
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 3 cups (709 ml) shredded coleslaw mix
- 1/4 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 large ripe avocado
- garlic salt
- tortillas
- fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas and place them in a nonstick saucepan. Add the BBQ sauce and cook over medium heat until thickened and coating the chickpeas.
- In a large bowl, mix together the vegan mayo, ACV, and garlic salt. Add the shredded coleslaw and toss until evenly coated.
- Warm 2–3 tortillas per person. Spoon in the chickpeas, top with the slaw, sliced avocado, and cilantro leaves.
- Eat immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispy chickpeas, roast them in a 400°F oven for 20 minutes before tossing in BBQ sauce.
- To reduce prep time, use pre-shredded coleslaw mix and pre-made vegan mayonnaise.
- Store leftover chickpeas and slaw separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 15
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of BBQ sauce works best for these tacos?
You can use any BBQ sauce you prefer, but a Carolina Style sauce is recommended for its mellow flavor that pairs well with the tangy slaw.
Can I customize the slaw dressing for the tacos?
Yes, you can customize the slaw dressing by using different amounts of vegan mayo, apple cider vinegar, and garlic salt to suit your taste.
What can I use instead of chickpeas in this recipe?
If you’re looking for an alternative, you can use black beans or lentils, but keep in mind that the cooking time may vary.
Well this couldn’t be easier! And it combines two goals – eat more tacos and eat more plant-based foods.