Fast-food nuggets are turned into little veggie versions packed with all the yum! You won’t miss the meat at all, as you’ll be too distracted by the crisp and fluffy texture and delicious flavour of these bites. Served with chilli-roasted broccoli and a simple salad, you’ll be very happy you clicked on ‘add to cart’!
Serving guide
Choose your portion size.
ROASTING TIME
Place a pan, with a lid, over a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli chunks for 6-7 minutes until lightly charred, shifting occasionally. In the final minute, add the chilli flakes (to taste). Add a splash of water, cover with the lid, and simmer for 1-2 minutes until cooked but still al dente. Remove from the pan on completion.
NUGGETS OF WISDOM
In a bowl, add the drained Chickpeas and mash with a potato masher or fork until a rustic mash. Add the flour, the rub, the diced onion, the grated carrot, and seasoning. Mix until fully combined. Roll into 4-5 nuggets.
BITES OF DELIGHT
Return the pan to a medium heat with enough oil to cover the base. When hot, add the chickpea nuggets and fry for 2-4 minutes per side until crispy. Remove from the pan on completion and drain on paper towel.
ZINGY SALAD
Just before serving, combine the rinsed green leaves, the crumbled Feta, the chopped pickled peppers, the Cucumber half-moons, a drizzle of oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, and some seasoning.
ORDER’S UP!
Plate up the golden chickpea nugget bites and the chilli broccoli. Side with the fresh salad and a Lemon wedge. Serve with the mayo for dunking. Tuck in, Chef!
ROASTING TIME
Place a pan, with a lid, over a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli chunks for 6-7 minutes until lightly charred, shifting occasionally. In the final minute, add the chilli flakes (to taste). Add a splash of water, cover with the lid, and simmer for 1-2 minutes until cooked but still al dente. Remove from the pan on completion.
NUGGETS OF WISDOM
In a bowl, add the drained Chickpeas and mash with a potato masher or fork until a rustic mash. Add the flour, the rub, the diced onion, the grated carrot, and seasoning. Mix until fully combined. Roll into 4-5 nuggets per portion.
BITES OF DELIGHT
Return the pan to a medium heat with enough oil to cover the base. When hot, add the chickpea nuggets and fry for 2-4 minutes per side until crispy. Remove from the pan on completion and drain on paper towel.
ZINGY SALAD
Just before serving, combine the rinsed green leaves, the crumbled Feta, the chopped pickled peppers, the Cucumber half-moons, a drizzle of oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, and some seasoning.
ORDER’S UP!
Plate up the golden chickpea nugget bites and the chilli broccoli. Side with the fresh salad and a Lemon wedge. Serve with the mayo for dunking. Tuck in, Chef!
ROASTING TIME
Place a pan, with a lid, over a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli chunks for 6-7 minutes until lightly charred, shifting occasionally. In the final minute, add the chilli flakes (to taste). Add a splash of water, cover with the lid, and simmer for 1-2 minutes until cooked but still al dente. Remove from the pan on completion.
NUGGETS OF WISDOM
In a bowl, add the drained Chickpeas and mash with a potato masher or fork until a rustic mash. Add the flour, the rub, the diced onion, the grated carrot, and seasoning. Mix until fully combined. Roll into 4-5 nuggets per portion.
BITES OF DELIGHT
Return the pan to a medium heat with enough oil to cover the base. When hot, add the chickpea nuggets and fry for 2-4 minutes per side until crispy. You may need to do this step in batches. Remove from the pan on completion and drain on paper towel.
ZINGY SALAD
Just before serving, combine the rinsed green leaves, the crumbled Feta, the chopped pickled peppers, the Cucumber half-moons, a drizzle of oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, and some seasoning.
ORDER’S UP!
Plate up the golden chickpea nugget bites and the chilli broccoli. Side with the fresh salad and a Lemon wedge. Serve with the mayo for dunking. Tuck in, Chef!
ROASTING TIME
Place a pan, with a lid, over a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli chunks for 6-7 minutes until lightly charred, shifting occasionally. In the final minute, add the chilli flakes (to taste). Add a splash of water, cover with the lid, and simmer for 1-2 minutes until cooked but still al dente. Remove from the pan on completion.
NUGGETS OF WISDOM
In a bowl, add the drained Chickpeas and mash with a potato masher or fork until a rustic mash. Add the flour, the rub, the diced onion, the grated carrot, and seasoning. Mix until fully combined. Roll into 4-5 nuggets per portion.
BITES OF DELIGHT
Return the pan to a medium heat with enough oil to cover the base. When hot, add the chickpea nuggets and fry for 2-4 minutes per side until crispy. You may need to do this step in batches. Remove from the pan on completion and drain on paper towel.
ZINGY SALAD
Just before serving, combine the rinsed green leaves, the crumbled Feta, the chopped pickled peppers, the Cucumber half-moons, a drizzle of oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, and some seasoning.
ORDER’S UP!
Plate up the golden chickpea nugget bites and the chilli broccoli. Side with the fresh salad and a Lemon wedge. Serve with the mayo for dunking. Tuck in, Chef!
Budget
What this meal costs at Woolies.
Estimated Woolies cost
R166.52
for 4 servings · R41.63 per serving
Pro-rated from each product's pack size. Effectively used; not the full pack price.
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Cucumber needs 400 gMini Cucumbers 350 g 350 g at R31.99 · 1.14× packR36.56
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Carrot needs 480 gBulk Large Carrots 3 kg 3 kg at R45.00 · 16% of packR7.20
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Green Leaves needs 80 gWhole Spinach 350 g 350 g at R19.99 · 23% of packR4.57
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Chickpeas needs 480 gChilli, Chickpea & Butternut Soup Mix 600 g 600 g at R42.99 · 80% of packR34.39
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Lemons needs 2Lemon 3 in 1 Thin Bleach 750 ml R19.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R19.99
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Onions needs 2Cheese and Onion Rings and Balls Maize Snack 25 g R6.99 · whole pack (size can't be divided)R6.99
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Broccoli Florets needs 400 gBroccoli Florets 300 g 300 g at R36.99 · 1.33× packR49.32
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Danish-style Feta needs 60 gSpinach & South African Feta Free Range Chicken Burgers 800 g 800 g at R99.99 · 8% of packR7.50
Not in the Woolies basket — source these elsewhere:
- Pickled Bell Peppers
- Dried Chilli Flakes
- Cake Flour
- That Mayo (Vegan)
- NOMU BBQ Rub
Shopping
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Chickpea Nugget Bites?
The preparation time for Chickpea Nugget Bites with roasted broccoli & chilli flakes is between 20 and 45 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Chickpea Nugget Bites with roasted broccoli & chilli flakes?
The total time required to make Chickpea Nugget Bites with roasted broccoli & chilli flakes is between 30 and 60 minutes.
How many servings does Chickpea Nugget Bites provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Chickpea Nugget Bites?
Broccoli Florets, Cake Flour, Carrot, Chickpeas, Cucumber, Dried Chilli Flakes, Feta, Green Leaves, Lemon, NOMU BBQ Rub, Onion, Pickled Bell Peppers, That Mayo (Vegan)
What is the nutritional information of Chickpea Nugget Bites?
Calories: 817, Carbs: 104 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 28 grams, Sugar: 20.8 grams, Salt: 1123 grams
How do I prepare Chickpea Nugget Bites?
BITES OF DELIGHT: Return the pan to a medium heat with enough oil to cover the base. When hot, add the chickpea nuggets and fry for 2-4 minutes per side until crispy. Remove from the pan on completion and drain on paper towel. ORDER’S UP!: Plate up the golden chickpea nugget bites and the chilli broccoli. Side with the fresh salad and a lemon wedge. Serve with the mayo for dunking. Tuck in, Chef! ROASTING TIME: Place a pan, with a lid, over a medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil or a knob of butter. When hot, fry the broccoli chunks for 6-7 minutes until lightly charred, shifting occasionally. In the final minute, add the chilli flakes (to taste). Add a splash of water, cover with the lid, and simmer for 1-2 minutes until cooked but still al dente. Remove from the pan on completion. NUGGETS OF WISDOM: In a bowl, add the drained chickpeas and mash with a potato masher or fork until a rustic mash. Add the flour, the rub, the diced onion, the grated carrot, and seasoning. Mix until fully combined. Roll into 4-5 nuggets per portion. ZINGY SALAD: Just before serving, combine the rinsed green leaves, the crumbled feta, the chopped pickled peppers, the cucumber half-moons, a drizzle of oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, and some seasoning.
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Chickpea Nugget Bites?
Broccoli Florets, Cake Flour, Carrot, Chickpeas, Cucumber, Dried Chilli Flakes, Feta, Green Leaves, Lemon, NOMU BBQ Rub, Onion, Pickled Bell Peppers, That Mayo (Vegan)
How many calories does Chickpea Nugget Bites have?
817 calories
How much fat content does Chickpea Nugget Bites have?
grams