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Marry Me Chickpeas

Irresistible Marry Me Chickpeas: A Vegan Love Affair

A quick and delicious recipe featuring Marry Me Chickpeas, perfect for impressing someone special.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Sauté
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or avocado oil for a higher smoke point
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion diced; shallots can be used for a milder taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced; fresh is ideal, powdered works in a pinch
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste can substitute with tomato sauce, reduce liquid
  • ½ cup Sun Dried Tomatoes or fresh tomatoes for a lighter note
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning substitute with dried oregano or basil
  • ½ teaspoon Red Chili Flakes omit or reduce for milder flavor
  • to taste teaspoon Salt adjust to personal taste
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth or water/homemade broth
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk or any non-dairy milk for a lighter version
For the Main Ingredients
  • 2 cans Canned Chickpeas drained and rinsed; can use dry, soaked prior
  • 2 cups Spinach or Basil or any leafy greens as substitutes

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Marry Me Chickpeas
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add one diced yellow onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until the onion is translucent. Next, add 3 minced garlic cloves, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
  2. Stir in ½ cup of sun dried tomatoes, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon of red chili flakes, and a generous pinch of salt. Cook this mixture for another 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the paste to caramelize slightly.
  3. Pour in 1 cup of vegetable broth and 1 cup of coconut milk, stirring well to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer for about 2 minutes.
  4. Introduce 2 cans of drained and rinsed chickpeas to the sauce, stirring to coat them evenly. Cover the skillet and let it cook for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Finally, add 2 cups of fresh spinach or basil to the skillet, stirring gently until the greens wilt and brighten the dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. Can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw and reheat with a splash of broth or non-dairy milk.

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