21 MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA RECIPES THAT ARE NOT HUMMUS: HOW TO COOK CHICKPEAS
Once you learn how to cook chickpeas on the stovetop, you can store them in the fridge for up to 5 days to use in any of my Mediterranean chickpea recipes!
Provided by Suzy Karadsheh
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Soak the chickpeas. You can either soak them overnight or try the quick soaking method. To soak overnight, put the chickpeas in a large bowl and add plenty of water to cover the chickpeas by a good 3 inches. Set aside for 24 hours. For the quick soak method, put the chickpeas in a pot and add 6 cups of water. Bring to a boil and cook for 2 minute. Turn the heat off, cover and let the chickpeas soak for 1 hour. Drain.
- Stovetop Method. In a large cooking pot, put the chickpeas and 1 teaspoon of baking soda. Cook over medium-high heat, tossing constantly for about 3 to 4 minutes. Add 7 cups of water to cover the beans by several inches. Season with a big pinch of kosher salt (about 1 teaspoon or more if you like). Add the bay leaf and garlic. Bring to a boil, then turn the heat down and simmer, skimming off any foam or skins that float to the top. Chickpeas will cook anywhere from 40 minutes to 1 ½ hour or until tender (cooking time will vary depending on the type and freshness of the chickpeas).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.4 kcal, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Protein 7.3 g, Fat 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 54.8 mg, Fiber 6.6 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 1.5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD
Steps:
- Place the onions in a bowl of cool water and let them soak while you prepare the other ingredients (this removes the harsher bite from the onions, while still giving great flavor).
- Place the chickpeas, parsley, bell peppers, cucumber, and feta in a large serving bowl.
- In a small mixing bowl or large measuring cup, stir together the dressing ingredients: olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper. Drain the red onions and add them to the chickpea mixture, then pour the dressing over the top. Toss to combine. If time allows, let marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes, or enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 (of 8), about 1 1/2 cups, Calories 169 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 466 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 2 g
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD
This goat cheese, dates, and toasted cumin seeds give this chickpea salad delightful sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors. It keeps well if you prep it ahead of time, so pack it for lunch or bring it to a potluck!
Provided by Jeanine Donofrio
Categories Salad
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and several grinds of pepper.
- In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast the cumin seeds until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and crush them a bit (a mortar & pestle is easiest for this). Add them to the bowl and stir.
- Add the chickpeas, tomatoes, dates, cucumbers, red pepper, and parsley to the bowl and toss. Transfer to a serving platter and dollop with the goat cheese, sprinkle with mint, and top with the extra roasted chickpeas, if desired. Season to taste and serve.
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD
This pretty chickpea salad comes together quickly. If you can't find juicy, flavorful tomatoes, leave them out, or use halved grape or cherry tomatoes instead.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, weekday, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 6 side dish servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Toss together the salad ingredients. Whisk together the lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, cumin seeds, salt, pepper, olive oil and yogurt, and toss with the chickpeas.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 315, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 37 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 523 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams
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