Mediterranean Delights: Greek-Inspired Chickpeas with Parsley and Cumin
Karolos Vassilopoulos
This Greek-Inspired Chickpeas recipe brings the flavors of the Mediterranean to your table. It's loaded with protein, gluten-free, vegan and easy to make!
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Large Skillet
cutting board
Sharp Knife
Wooden spoon or spatula
Measuring spoons
Can opener
- 2 cans (14 oz each) Canned chickpeas
- 1 medium, diced Red onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1, juiced Lemon
- 1/2 cup, chopped Parsley
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon each Salt and black pepper
Prep ingredients - Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Dice the red onion. Mince the garlic cloves. Juice the lemon. Chop the parsley. -
Cook onions and garlic - Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onions and cook until softened, 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cumin, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant. -
Add chickpeas and seasoning - Add the chickpeas to the skillet and stir well to coat them with the onion mixture. Season with salt and black pepper. -
Cook the chickpeas - Cook the chickpeas for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally so that they cook evenly. If the chickpeas look dry, add a splash of water or vegetable broth to the skillet. -
Add parsley and lemon juice - Add the chopped parsley and lemon juice to the skillet and stir well to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. - For a little extra heat, you can add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce at this stage.
Serve - Serve the Greek-Inspired Chickpeas warm, garnished with additional chopped parsley and lemon wedges if desired. -