Spicy Chickpea Stir-Fry

This vibrant and flavorful Spicy Chickpea Stir-Fry is a quick and healthy main dish packed with protein and veggies. Perfect for a solo dinner, it combines the goodness of chickpeas with a kick of spice and fresh greens.

Main Dish
easy 20 min 350 cal
Steps

1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. 2. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. 3. Stir in the sliced bell peppers and zucchini, cooking for about 5 minutes until they start to soften. 4. Add the chickpeas, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 5. Toss in the fresh spinach, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes. 6. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve hot.

Ingredients

1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 cup bell peppers, sliced 1/2 cup zucchini, sliced 1 clove garlic, minced 1 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup fresh spinach 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon lemon juice Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

You May Also Like
Healthy Colombian Beef and Cheese Stuffed Peppers with Rice
Colombian Beef and Cheese Stuffed Peppers with Rice
Creamy Garlic Mushroom Chicken
Savory Banana Curry Bowl
Herb-Crusted Lamb Chops with Garlic Yogurt Sauce
Cantaloupe Chicken Salad Bowl
Savory Breakfast Cereal Bowl
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Pasta
Mexican Avocado Rice Bowl
Orange Glazed Chicken with Citrus Salad
Red Wine Braised Chicken Thigh
Herb-Crusted Duck Breast with Garlic Spinach
Refreshing Cucumber and Chickpea Salad Bowl
Creamy Garlic Spinach Chicken
Savory Herb-Crusted Chicken with Garlic Lemon Sauce