Description
A bright, friendly weeknight winner bringing vibrant color, Mediterranean herbs, and satisfying chickpeas together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans chickpeas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 zucchini
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 1 red onion
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp parsley
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas, patting them dry with a towel.
- Trim and slice the zucchini, core and slice the bell peppers, peel and slice the onion, halve the cherry tomatoes, and mince the garlic.
- Heat 1–2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chickpeas in a single layer and let them brown for a couple of minutes before tossing until golden and slightly crisp.
- Push the chickpeas to the side of the pan and add more oil if necessary, then add onion and garlic, sautéing for 2–3 minutes.
- Add zucchini and bell peppers, seasoning with paprika, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper, cook until tender-crisp (about 5–7 minutes).
- Add cherry tomatoes in the last 1–2 minutes just to warm them, and return chickpeas to combine.
- Adjust seasoning, finish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a splash of lemon juice or a pinch of crushed red pepper at the end. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stir Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Chickpea Stir Fry, Vegan Recipe, Quick Dinner, Mediterranean Cuisine, Healthy Meal