Description

Marry Me Chickpeas are a delightful, flavor-packed dish that elevates simple chickpeas with aromatic spices, garlic, and lemon juice. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this easy recipe combines warmth and comfort in every bite. With vibrant greens and a rich blend of spices, Marry Me Chickpeas promise to win over even the pickiest eaters, making it your new go-to meal.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium yellow onion, diced
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground coriander
½ tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Juice of 1 lemon
2 cups fresh spinach or kale

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onion until translucent (about 5 minutes).
Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Gently stir in the chickpeas, followed by cumin, coriander, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
Pour in the vegetable broth and simmer for about 10 minutes.
Stir in fresh spinach or kale until wilted. Remove from heat and squeeze lemon juice over the top before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 280
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 12g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For extra flavor, consider using dried chickpeas soaked overnight instead of canned ones. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for added nutrition. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.