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Marry Me Chickpeas

Delicious Marry Me Chickpeas for a Romantic Vegan Dinner

This Marry Me Chickpeas recipe offers a quick and delightful Mediterranean dish perfect for a romantic dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chickpeas
  • 1 can Cooked Chickpeas Drained and rinsed, can use canned or cooked dried.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, use fresh for best flavor.
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Essential for depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Adds a delightful smoky flavor.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Fresh Elements
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped, can use cilantro or basil if needed.
  • 1 lemon Juice of Lemon Provides brightness, vinegar can be a substitute.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Marry Me Chickpeas
  1. Begin by heating 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the heated oil and stir for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1 can of cooked chickpeas, 1 teaspoon of cumin, and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika.
  4. Sauté the mixture for 5-7 minutes until the chickpeas are heated and coated with spices.
  5. Remove from heat and fold in 1/4 cup of chopped parsley and juice of 1 lemon.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy as a main or side dish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh herbs and garlic to enhance flavors. Adjust seasoning according to taste.

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