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Easy • Vegetarian

Golden Chickpea Spinach Skillet

A flavorful and satisfying vegetarian skillet meal bursting with turmeric and fresh spinach.

Prep
10 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Golden Chickpea Spinach Skillet

Looking for a plant-based powerhouse that's packed with flavor and comes together in one pan? This Golden Chickpea Spinach Skillet is exactly what you need. Earthy turmeric and hearty chickpeas combine with tender spinach for a meal that's as vibrant as it is delicious.

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Main

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 5 oz fresh spinach
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: Fresh cilantro or a dollop of yogurt for serving

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Stir in minced garlic, turmeric, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. Step 3

    Add rinsed chickpeas, diced tomatoes (undrained), and vegetable broth to the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken slightly.

  4. Step 4

    Stir in fresh spinach in batches, allowing it to wilt down before adding more. Cook until all spinach is tender, about 3-5 minutes.

  5. Step 5

    Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh cilantro or a dollop of plain yogurt.

Tips

  • Serve this skillet with warm naan bread or over a bed of fluffy rice or quinoa.
  • For a creamier texture, stir in a spoonful of coconut milk at the end.
  • Don't worry if the spinach seems like a lot, it wilts down to almost nothing!

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