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Zucchini and Chickpea Skillet

Zucchini and Chickpea Skillet: Quick, Healthy, and Delicious!

Zucchini and Chickpea Skillet is a quick, healthy, and delicious dish made with vibrant vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet
  • 2 medium Zucchini sliced into half-moons
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 small Onion diced
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1 medium Lemon cut into wedges

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by washing the zucchinis under cool running water. Slice them into half-moons, keeping them about ¼ inch thick for even cooking. Next, dice the onion finely and mince the garlic.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil shimmers, add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it turns translucent and fragrant. Add the minced garlic, cooking for an additional minute until aromatic.
  3. Stir in the sliced zucchini and sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender yet slightly crisp.
  4. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the drained chickpeas, stirring well to combine. Heat through for another 3-4 minutes.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Adjust cooking time for zucchini to achieve preferred texture; enjoy with a squeeze of fresh lemon for brightness.

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