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Creamy Tuscan Marry Me Chickpeas

A quick and indulgent vegetarian dish featuring chickpeas in a creamy Tuscan sauce, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Serving Size 4 servings

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for a vegan option
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

Cooking Steps

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about one minute.
  • Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook for three to four minutes, until they start to soften.
  • Stir in the chickpeas and Italian seasoning, cooking for another two minutes.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and let it come to a gentle simmer.
  • Add fresh spinach and cook until just wilted.
  • Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast, and season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

Serve hot with crusty bread or over quinoa/pasta. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently to avoid curdling the cream. Freezing is possible, but the cream may separate upon thawing.