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Chickpea Dish

Easy Creamy Chickpea Dish


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  • Author: Betsy
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 portions 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

A quick, creamy, comforting chickpea dish made with pantry staples in just one skillet. Family friendly, budget friendly, and weeknight perfect.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Two 15 ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup vegan cream or coconut milk
  • 2 cups baby spinach, sliced
  • 4 to 5 basil leaves, chopped
  • Optional: 1/2 cup vegan parmesan


Instructions

  1. Warm olive oil in a large skillet. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  2. Stir in sun dried tomatoes, oregano, chili flakes, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add chickpeas, broth, tomato paste, cream, and spinach. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in basil and parmesan.
  5. Serve warm with bread, pasta, rice, or baked potatoes.

Notes

Cashew cream makes the sauce extra thick. Add lemon juice for brightness. Perfect for meal prep and reheats easily.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 portion
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 11g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg