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Quick Mediterranean Chickpeas Skillet
A flavorful and quick vegetarian dish inspired by Mediterranean flavors, perfect for a wholesome meal.
Ingredients
Canned Goods
- 1 can Canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can Canned diced or crushed tomatoes
Vegetables & Oils
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 small Onion (chopped)
- 1 cup Fresh spinach (roughly chopped)
Add-ins
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives (pitted)
- 1/2 cup Feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Oregano (dried)
- 1/2 teaspoon Cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Optional add-ins
- to taste Sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts, bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chopped onion until softened (~5 min).
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 min, then stir in tomatoes, oregano, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 5 min.
- Add chickpeas and olives, cook for 5 min to warm through.
- Stir in spinach until wilted (~1-2 min), then remove from heat.
- Stir in feta and lemon juice, serve immediately garnished with feta and a drizzle of olive oil.
Notes
Feel free to add extra vegetables or herbs for variation.