Spinach and Chickpeas

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and wholesome Spinach and Chickpeas recipe, a Mediterranean-inspired dish bursting with bold flavors and nourishing ingredients. Perfect for busy schedules, this one-pan wonder combines tender chickpeas and fresh spinach with aromatic spices like cumin, paprika, and coriander, creating a savory, slightly spiced medley that's ready in just 30 minutes. A finishing touch of zesty lemon juice enhances the flavors, while a splash of vegetable stock ensures a luscious, saucy finish. Ideal as a hearty vegan main when paired with crusty bread or rice, or as a flavorful side dish, this recipe is both versatile and packed with plant-based nutrition. Whether you're embracing Meatless Monday or simply seeking an easy, wholesome meal, Spinach and Chickpeas is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons ground coriander
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 400 grams, canned, drained and rinsed chickpeas
• 200 grams, washed and roughly chopped fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.25 cup vegetable stock

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 for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, ground coriander, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the pan. Stir well to coat the chickpeas in the spices, and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Gradually add the chopped spinach to the skillet, stirring to wilt the leaves. Continue adding spinach until all of it fits into the pan.

Step 7

Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the liquid to reduce slightly.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the dish. Stir to incorporate.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish, or enjoy with crusty bread or over rice for a light main meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(833.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1062.1

Total Fat 40.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2691.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.2g	0%
Total Sugars 25.6g
Protein 44.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 470.2mg	0%
Iron 21.3mg	0%
Potassium 1613.7mg	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: 33.0%

Protein: 16.2%

Carbs: 50.9%