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Marry Me Chickpeas with Canned Chickpeas

Creamy Marry Me Chickpeas with Canned Chickpeas Ready in 20 Minutes

A quick and delicious recipe for Marry Me Chickpeas with Canned Chickpeas that combines rich flavors in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Plant-Based, Vegan
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for a different flavor
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can be swapped with shallots for a milder taste
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; adjust to taste if sensitive to garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Substitute with Italian seasoning if unavailable
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes Omit if spice-free
For the Main Ingredients
  • 540 ml Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup Sundried Tomatoes Sliced; fresh tomatoes can be used
  • 400 ml Full Fat Coconut Milk Can substitute with low-fat coconut milk
  • 3 tablespoons Tomato Paste Concentrates the tomato flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Or to taste; use white pepper for milder flavor
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 cup Baby Spinach Substitute kale or omit if preferred
  • 14 g Basil Julienned; dried basil can be a replacement
  • 4 pieces Naan Optional; serve with rice for gluten-free

Equipment

  • Large Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 finely diced yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  2. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of oregano, and ½ teaspoon of chili flakes, sautéing for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add 540 ml of drained and rinsed canned chickpeas and ½ cup of sliced sundried tomatoes, along with 400 ml of coconut milk and 3 tablespoons of tomato paste.
  4. Season with 1 teaspoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of black pepper, then stir and bring to a low simmer.
  5. Reduce heat and let simmer for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Stir in 1 cup of baby spinach and 14 grams of julienned basil until the spinach wilts.
  7. Serve the Marry Me Chickpeas in bowls with naan or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas are well-drained and rinsed for the best texture. Fresh herbs are best added towards the end of cooking to retain flavor.

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