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Vegan Tuscan Chickpeas

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Vegan Tuscan Chickpeas is a hearty, flavorful plant-based dish with tender chickpeas simmered in a tomato and herb sauce with greens, perfect as a stew, side, or main.

Ingredients

  1. 2 tablespoons olive oil
  2. 1 medium onion, chopped
  3. 3 cloves garlic, minced
  4. 1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  5. 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  6. 4 cups fresh spinach or kale, chopped
  7. 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  8. 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  9. 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  10. Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  11. 1/4 cup vegetable broth or water
  12. Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
  13. Optional: lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Add diced tomatoes, chickpeas, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
  5. Pour in vegetable broth and stir to combine.
  6. Simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and sauce to thicken slightly.
  7. Stir in chopped spinach or kale and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with lemon wedges if desired.

Notes

  1. Add cooked pasta or quinoa to make it more filling.
  2. Use cannellini beans instead of chickpeas for a creamier texture.
  3. Incorporate roasted red peppers or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
  4. Top with vegan Parmesan or nutritional yeast for a cheesy note.
  5. Add olives or capers for a briny twist.

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