Chickpea Tomato Kale Jumble

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Bright, nourishing, and bursting with flavor, the Chickpea Tomato Kale Jumble is a quick and wholesome dish perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Featuring protein-packed chickpeas, juicy grape tomatoes, and tender kale, this vibrant skillet meal comes together in just 30 minutes. Enhanced with bold spices like smoked paprika, ground cumin, and a hint of red pepper flakes, every bite is a delightful blend of smoky, tangy, and earthy flavors. A splash of lemon juice adds a zesty finish, making this dish perfect to serve on its own, over a bed of rice or quinoa, or paired with crusty bread for sopping up all the savory juices. Packed with fiber, plant-based protein, and nutrients, this gluten-free and vegan recipe is as healthy as it is satisfying!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 30 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

13 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1.5 cups chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 2 cups grape or cherry tomatoes
• 4 cups (stems removed, roughly chopped) kale
• 0.5 cups vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon (adjust to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until it begins to soften and turn translucent.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

4. Add the chickpeas to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to lightly toast.

5. Toss in the grape or cherry tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to burst and become juicy.

6. Add the chopped kale to the skillet along with the vegetable broth. Stir well to combine and allow the kale to wilt, about 2-3 minutes.

7. Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, ground cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly coat the mixture in the spices.

8. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

9. Finish the dish with a drizzle of lemon juice and give it one final stir.

10. Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy on its own, over rice, quinoa, or with a slice of crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (252.8g)

Calories		247
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		9.9 g	13%
	Saturated Fat	1.3 g	6%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.3 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		453 mg	20%
Total Carbohydrate		32.4 g	12%
	Dietary Fiber	9.4 g	33%
	Total Sugars	7.8 g
Protein		9.9 g	20%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		130 mg	10%
Iron		3.5 mg	20%
Potassium		627 mg	13%

*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: 352 cal (34.3%%)

Protein: 156 cal (15.2%%)

Carbs: 519 cal (50.5%%)