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Easy Marry Me Chickpeas Recipe

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EASY Marry Me Chickpeas is a quick and flavorful vegan dish that combines garlicky sun dried tomatoes, creamy vegan cream, and tender chickpeas simmered with fresh spinach and aromatic herbs. Ready in just 15 minutes, this comforting recipe is perfect served with crusty bread, rice, pasta, or baked sweet potatoes for a wholesome meal that will win hearts.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup vegan cream
  • 2 cups baby spinach, sliced
  • 4-5 fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • Optional: 1/2 cup grated vegan parmesan cheese (such as Violife)

Instructions

  1. Warm the Olive Oil and Garlic: In a large sauté pan over low-medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant, ensuring the garlic doesn't brown.
  2. Add Sun Dried Tomatoes and Seasonings: Stir in the chopped sun dried tomatoes, oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to allow the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to soften slightly.
  3. Simmer the Chickpeas and Greens: Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, vegetable broth, tomato paste, vegan cream, and sliced baby spinach to the pan. Stir well to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes until the mixture is warmed through and the spinach has wilted. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or red chili flakes as needed.
  4. Finish with Fresh Basil and Vegan Parmesan: Remove the pan from heat. Stir in the chopped fresh basil and, if using, grated vegan parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, paired with crusty bread for dipping, or spooned over cooked rice, pasta, or baked sweet potatoes. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Use vegan cream alternatives such as cashew cream, coconut cream, or a store-bought vegan heavy cream substitute.
  • The optional vegan parmesan adds a savory, cheesy flavor but the dish is delicious without it.
  • Adjust red chili flakes to your spice preference for a milder or spicier dish.
  • Best served immediately for optimal texture and flavor.
  • Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.

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