Cabbage with Chickpeas Recipe 🥬

Overview:

Cabbage with Chickpeas is a delightful dish perfect for complementing your Greek-inspired meals. It serves as an excellent side dish alongside chicken kebabs, hummus, roasted red peppers, tzatziki, or any other Mediterranean delights you fancy! With a cooking time of just 30 minutes, this recipe is a convenient option for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends and family.

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 30 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Servings: 4 servings
• Cuisine: Greek, European
• Difficulty: Easy
• Category: Beans, Vegetable
• Keywords: Greek, European, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy

Ingredients:

• 3 onions
• 1 lemon
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 can (300g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cabbage
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Fresh mint leaves (to taste)
• Freshly ground pepper (to taste)
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 100ml water
• Yoghurt (for serving)

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 271.3
• Fat: 11.5g
• Saturated Fat: 1.6g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 607.3mg
• Carbohydrates: 39.1g
• Fiber: 8.6g
• Sugar: 6.2g
• Protein: 7.3g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Onions:

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   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Add the onions and sauté for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften and turn light brown in patches.

2. Cook the Onions:

   • Reduce the heat to medium-low.
   • Stir in lemon zest and continue cooking, stirring occasionally, for about 15 minutes until the onions are caramelized and reduced.

3. Prep the Ingredients:

   • While the onions cook, drain and rinse the chickpeas. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
   • Remove the stalk from the cabbage and shred it into strips. Wash and dry the cabbage thoroughly.
   • Finely shred the fresh mint leaves.

4. Combine Ingredients:

   • Once the onions are caramelized, add the drained chickpeas to the skillet.
   • Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and a generous amount of freshly ground pepper.
   • Cook for a few minutes before adding the shredded cabbage.

5. Cook the Dish:

   • Increase the heat and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until the cabbage wilts and blends with the other ingredients.
   • Pour in 3 tablespoons of lemon juice and 100ml of water.
   • Add the minced garlic and shredded mint leaves.
   • Stir well to combine all the flavors and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.

6. Adjust Seasoning:

   • Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if needed.
   • Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.

7. Serve:

   • Allow the dish to rest for a few minutes before serving.
   • Spoon the cabbage and chickpeas onto plates and top each serving with a dollop of yogurt for a creamy finish.

Enjoy Your Cabbage with Chickpeas!

This delightful dish is not only bursting with flavor but also offers a healthy dose of nutrition. Whether you’re following a Mediterranean diet or simply looking for a tasty and satisfying side dish, Cabbage with Chickpeas is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy the vibrant flavors and textures of this Greek-inspired creation! 🌿🍋