Description
Crispy, smoky, and loaded with plant-based flavor—these air-fried chickpea tacos are a speedy, satisfying twist on taco night.
Ingredients
1 can chickpeas (rinsed and dried)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Corn tortillas
Avocado
Salsa
Lime
Shredded lettuce
Instructions
1. Pat chickpeas dry for maximum crunch. Toss them in olive oil, paprika, cumin, and garlic powder until they’re well coated.
2. Preheat your air fryer for 2 minutes at 400°F. Add the chickpeas in a single layer (no stacking).
3. Air fry for 15 minutes, shaking at the halfway mark. You’re looking for a golden, blistered finish.
4. Warm the tortillas in the fryer for 1–2 minutes once the chickpeas are done.
5. Assemble tacos with toppings of your choice. I like creamy avocado, tangy lime, and crisp lettuce for contrast.
Notes
For extra crunch, ensure chickpeas are thoroughly dried.
Spice things up with a drizzle of Sriracha or chipotle crema.
You can swap chickpeas for lentils or tofu.
Make it oil-free by omitting olive oil and using parchment.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: Plant-Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tacos
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: air fryer tacos, crispy chickpeas, vegan tacos, healthy dinner