Momosita's Chickpea Spinach Delish

Dive into a wholesome, flavor-packed dish with Momosita's Chickpea Spinach Delish! This one-pan recipe combines tender chickpeas, vibrant baby spinach, and aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika to create a delightful medley of textures and bold flavors. Simmered with juicy diced tomatoes and a splash of vegetable stock, every bite is infused with warmth and zest, and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds the perfect tangy finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this nutrient-rich, vegan-friendly dish is perfect as a stand-alone meal or served with fluffy rice or warm naan for a hearty, comforting experience. Easy, healthy, and irresistibly delicious—it's a must-try for weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 87/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 2 cups chickpeas, cooked and drained
• 5 cups baby spinach, fresh
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup vegetable stock
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0 optional cooked rice or naan for serving

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Sprinkle the ground cumin, coriander, and paprika into the pan, stirring to combine and toast the spices for about 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add the cooked chickpeas to the skillet and stir well to coat them in the spices.

Step 6

Pour in the diced tomatoes and vegetable stock, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper, stirring to incorporate.

Step 8

Start adding the baby spinach a handful at a time, allowing each batch to wilt before adding more.

Step 9

Once all the spinach is wilted, simmer the mixture for an additional 2-3 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 10

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh lemon juice.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 12

Serve hot on its own or alongside cooked rice or warm naan for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1281.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1204.3

Total Fat 21.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.4g
Cholesterol 4.8mg	0%
Sodium 1935.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.8g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 54.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 551.3mg	0%
Iron 23.0mg	0%
Potassium 3212.4mg	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: 15.7%

Protein: 17.6%

Carbs: 66.7%