Marry Me Chickpeas
Cuisine: Vegetarian
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Serves: 2 servings
 
These marry me chickpeas are the perfect high fiber and protein meal that's completely vegetarian! Serve with crusty bread for dunking.
Ingredients
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil (you can use the olive oil from the jar of sundried tomatoes for more flavor!)
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half and half
  • ½ cup sundried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. black pepper
  • ½ cup julienned sundried tomatoes, chopped
  • ½ tsp. oregano
  • 1-2 cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 3 big handfuls fresh spinach
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced basil + more for topping
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese + more for topping
  • Crusty bread for serving
Instructions
  1. First, heat your olive oil and sauté your garlic. It will cook quickly so this will only take a few minutes. Add the tomato paste and stir for a few more minutes. While whisking, add in the broth and cream.
  2. Season with salt and pepper and add sundried tomatoes, oregano, and chickpeas. For a saucier recipe, use one can of chickpeas. For more protein and fiber, use two.
  3. Once it's bubbling, stir in the spinach and cook until wilted. Finally, add the fresh basil. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed!
  4. Serve topped with additional parmesan cheese and basil and a few slices of crusty bread for dunking in the creamy sauce!
Recipe by For the Love of Gourmet at https://fortheloveofgourmet.com/marry-me-chickpeas/