Orange Chickpeas
Orange Chickpeas are a delightful and vibrant dish that expertly combines the earthy flavor of chickpeas with the bright zestiness of fresh oranges. This protein-packed recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. With just a handful of simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a flavorful dish that will leave everyone asking for more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 large fresh oranges (for zest and juice)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Drain and rinse chickpeas. Zest one orange (about 1 tbsp) and juice both oranges until you have around half a cup.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chickpeas, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for about 5 minutes until they gain color.
- Pour in the orange juice and zest, stirring gently. Simmer for another 5 minutes to meld flavors.
- Adjust salt and pepper to your liking. Garnish with cilantro or parsley before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg