Quickly Chickpeas

Elevate your weeknight meals with "Quickly Chickpeas," a lightning-fast recipe that transforms simple pantry staples into a flavorful delight. Featuring tender canned chickpeas sautéed in aromatic garlic, smoky paprika, and warm cumin, this dish is a perfect blend of satisfying textures and bold spices. A splash of zesty lemon juice brightens the flavors, while fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal as a protein-packed snack, a versatile side dish, or a topping for salads. With minimal prep and a comforting, Mediterranean-inspired flavor profile, "Quickly Chickpeas" is your go-to for healthy, delicious meals in a pinch!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water to remove excess sodium and liquid.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat for about 1 minute.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin and smoked paprika, allowing the spices to bloom in the oil for about 30 seconds.

Step 6

Add the drained chickpeas to the skillet and stir well to coat them in the spiced oil.

Step 7

Cook the chickpeas for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through and slightly crispy on the edges.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Transfer the chickpeas to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve warm as a snack, side dish, or over a salad for a quick meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(21.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	26.8

Total Fat 0.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1190.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 4.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Protein 1.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 54.1mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 187.1mg	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: 24.9%

Protein: 17.2%

Carbs: 57.8%