Description
A Creamy, Zesty Skillet of Bright Chickpea Comfort
Chickpeas simmer in a velvety lemon pepper sauce that is bright, cozy and incredibly satisfying, making this dish a quick and flavorful plant powered favorite.
Ingredients
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1 tbsp olive oil
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1/2 yellow onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp all purpose flour (gluten free if preferred)
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1 cup vegetable broth
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Zest of 1 lemon
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2 tbsp lemon juice
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/4 tsp pepper
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1 (19 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (about 2 cups)
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1/4 cup full fat coconut milk
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Small handful cilantro or parsley, chopped
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium high heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté 5 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
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Sprinkle in flour and cook 30 seconds, stirring continuously.
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Add vegetable broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Stir well to loosen any browned bits.
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Add chickpeas and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook 5 to 10 minutes until thickened.
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Stir in coconut milk and adjust thickness by simmering longer or adding broth as needed.
- Garnish with cilantro or parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Spoon over rice, quinoa or couscous for a cozy bowl.
Serve with warm naan or pita to soak up the creamy sauce.
Add baby spinach during the simmer for extra greens and color.
Nutrition info is approximate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dishes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Bright, Comforting, Plant Based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 240kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g