Spinach with Chickpeas
Elevate your weeknight meals with this quick and nutritious Spinach with Chickpeas recipe—an irresistible blend of vibrant, fresh spinach and hearty chickpeas, infused with the bold flavors of smoked paprika, garlic, and ground cumin. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan dish is a vegetarian delight that’s perfect as a comforting side or a light main course. A squeeze of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness, while a hint of red pepper flakes delivers a subtle kick. Whether you serve it with crusty bread or over a bed of grains, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is rich in plant-based protein and packed with wholesome nutrients. With its easy preparation and bold, warming spices, Spinach with Chickpeas is destined to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 15-ounce can, rinsed and drained canned chickpeas
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, ground cumin, and smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas to the skillet, stirring to coat them with the spices. Cook for 2-3 minutes until they are warmed through.
Gradually add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring and allowing it to wilt before adding more. Continue until all the spinach is added and wilted.
Drizzle in the lemon juice and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is fully tender and flavors meld together.
Remove the skillet from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy as a side dish or with crusty bread for a light, satisfying meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.3 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2568 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.7 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.9 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 380 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1033 mg | 22% | |
*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.
