What to Make With Leftover Chickpeas
Got leftover chickpeassitting in the fridge? You're not short on options — TheMealDB's recipe database lists 14 real recipes that use chickpeas, from Turkish to Spanish, Tunisian and Algerian and beyond. Below you'll find 14 of them with photos, fridge storage tips to keep chickpeas safe to eat, and our AI recipe generator if you want a recipe personalized to everything you have on hand.
How to Store Leftover Chickpeas
Fridge safety first
Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge within 2 hours and check them before using — most cooked items keep 3–4 days. When in doubt, throw it out.
Real Recipes Using Chickpeas
All 14 recipes from TheMealDB — tap any card to see the full recipe on their site.
Chicken Couscous
Moroccan · Chicken
Chickpea Fajitas
Mexican · Vegetarian
Chickpea, chorizo & spinach stew
Spanish · Pork
Chorba Hamra bel Frik (Algerian Lamb, Tomato, and Freekeh Soup)
Algerian · Lamb
Chorizo & chickpea soup
Spanish · Pork
Falafel
Turkish · Vegetarian
Grilled aubergines with spicy chickpeas & walnut sauce
Turkish · Vegetarian
Hummus
Turkish · Side
Kelem dolmasi
Lamb
Koshari
Egyptian · Vegetarian
Leblebi Soup
Tunisian · Vegetarian
Mastawa Lamb and Rice
Lamb
Stovetop Eggplant With Harissa, Chickpeas, and Cumin Yogurt
American · Vegetarian
Tunisian Lamb Soup
Tunisian · Lamb
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