Wholesome Lemon Spinach Chickpea Delight

Spinach And Chickpeas Recipe

🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
🥦 Recipe Category: Vegetable
🔍 Keywords: Low Cholesterol, Healthy, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy

Description:
Indulge in the goodness of this delightful Spinach and Chickpeas recipe, a wholesome dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or as a nutritious side dish, this recipe is bound to become a staple in your kitchen repertoire.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 1 can chickpeas
• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 456.3
• Fat Content: 29.4g
• Saturated Fat Content: 4g
• Cholesterol Content: 0mg
• Sodium Content: 582.9mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 40.5g
• Fiber Content: 11g
• Sugar Content: 1.4g
• Protein Content: 13.2g

Servings: 4

Instructions:

1. Wash Spinach and Drain Chickpeas:

   • Begin by thoroughly washing the fresh spinach under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities. Drain the chickpeas from the can and set aside.

2. Prepare Ingredients:

   • Gather all the required ingredients – fresh spinach, chickpeas, olive oil, and fresh lemon juice.

3. Combine Ingredients in Saucepan:

   • In a medium-sized saucepan, add the washed spinach and drained chickpeas.
   • Pour in the olive oil and fresh lemon juice, ensuring that all the ingredients are well-coated.

4. Cook Over Medium Heat:

   • Cover the saucepan with a lid and cook the spinach and chickpeas mixture over medium heat.
   • Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.

5. Simmer Until Tender:

   • Allow the mixture to simmer for approximately 15 to 20 minutes, or until the spinach is tender and wilted.
   • The chickpeas should also be heated through and infused with the flavors of the olive oil and lemon juice.

6. Season to Taste:

   • Once cooked, season the Spinach and Chickpeas dish with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
   • Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed to enhance the flavors of the dish.

7. Serve Warm:

   • Transfer the cooked Spinach and Chickpeas to a serving dish or individual plates.
   • Serve the dish warm, allowing everyone to enjoy its comforting flavors and wholesome goodness.

Enjoy your nourishing Spinach and Chickpeas creation, a dish that’s as easy to make as it is delightful to savor! 🌱