A flavorful, easy one-pan dish blending chickpeas, fresh spinach, and spices for a wholesome meal.
# Components:
→ Legumes & Vegetables
01 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
06 - 5 ounces fresh spinach, roughly chopped
07 - 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
08 - 1 medium carrot, grated (optional)
→ Spices & Seasoning
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
12 - 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Finishing
14 - Juice of 1/2 lemon
15 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
# Directions:
01 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
02 - Add minced garlic and diced red bell pepper to the skillet; sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until softened.
03 - Stir in ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground coriander, and chili flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
04 - Incorporate chickpeas, grated carrot if using, and diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
05 - Allow the mixture to simmer uncovered for 8 to 10 minutes to meld flavors and slightly thicken the sauce.
06 - Add chopped spinach and cook, stirring gently, until wilted, about 2 minutes.
07 - Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and lemon juice. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped parsley or cilantro over the top.
08 - Serve hot alongside crusty bread, rice, or quinoa as desired.
