Heart-Healthy Marinated Chickpeas

Elevate your meals with these Heart-Healthy Marinated Chickpeas, a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Tender canned chickpeas are infused with a zesty marinade of olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of maple syrup, perfectly balanced with fresh parsley, basil, and aromatic spices like cumin and coriander. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights or meal prep sessions. Whether served chilled as a refreshing side dish, tossed into salads, or used as a protein boost in grain bowls, these marinated chickpeas are a flavorful and heart-healthy addition to your culinary repertoire. Perfect for plant-based, vegan, and Mediterranean diets, this recipe delivers bold flavor while supporting your wellness goals.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned chickpeas
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp maple syrup
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp ground coriander
• 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
• 0.5 tsp sea salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water to remove excess sodium. Place them in a medium-sized mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup until well combined.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, ground cumin, ground coriander, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper to the olive oil mixture. Stir to incorporate all ingredients evenly.

Step 4

Pour the marinade over the chickpeas, ensuring they are fully coated. Gently toss the chickpeas in the marinade using a spatula or wooden spoon.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the marinated chickpeas for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld. For best results, let them marinate overnight.

Step 6

Before serving, give the chickpeas a gentle stir. Serve chilled as a side dish or a main protein in salads or grain bowls.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(539.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	799.3

Total Fat 48.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2412.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.2g
Protein 19.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 202.4mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 902.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 36.1%