Lemony Chickpeas and Greens

Complete recipe with full ingredient list and step-by-step cooking instructions.

⏱ 15 min · easy · 🍽 serves 2

Ingredients

• 8 ounces chickpeas, canned, drained and dried
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, sliced
• 4 cups baby spinach
• Zest and juice of half a lemon
• Salt and black pepper
• Red pepper flakes, optional

Steps

1. Warm the olive oil and garlic in a wide pan over medium heat for 1 minute.
2. Add the chickpeas. Cook 4 minutes, until the edges crisp.
3. Add the spinach and stir until it wilts, about 1 minute.
4. Off the heat, add the lemon zest and juice, salt and pepper.
5. Serve warm, with bread.