Cabbage with Chickpeas Recipe ๐ฅฌ
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:
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Prepare the Onions:
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the onions and sautรฉ for 4-5 minutes until they begin to soften and turn light brown in patches.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Adjust Seasoning:
- Taste the dish and adjust the seasoning if needed.
- Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.
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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! ๐ฟ๐