Greek Chickpea Recipe | Marry Me Chickpeas with Feta & Spinach | Easy Dinner Ideas

Greek Chickpea Recipe | Marry Me Chickpeas with Feta & Spinach | Easy Dinner Ideas

Get ready to fall in love with these delicious Marry Me Chickpeas, infused with a vibrant Greek twist! This mouthwatering recipe combines the richness of chickpeas with the tanginess of Greek yogurt and feta, all wrapped in a flavorful blend of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and fresh herbs. Perfect for a quick dinner or lunch, serve it with crusty bread or over rice for a truly satisfying meal. Don’t forget to add a squeeze of lemon for that extra zing!

Marry Me Chickpeas with a Greek Touch
Ingredients:

1 tablespoon olive oil
5 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup vegetable broth
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/2 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
2/3 cup crumbled Greek feta
2 cups baby spinach
4-5 fresh basil leaves, chopped
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions:

Prepare the Flavor Base: In a large sauté pan over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

Add Spices and Tomatoes: Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, cumin, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute.

Combine Chickpeas and Broth: Add the chickpeas, vegetable broth, and tomato paste. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.

Cream together the Greek yogurt and feta in a food processor, and add to the chickpeas together with the spinach. Cook for about 5 minutes, until the spinach has wilted and the sauce is warm.

Finish with Fresh Herbs: Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil

Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with chopped fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon juice. Enjoy with crusty bread or over rice.

Add some lemon juice or zest to enhance the Greek flavor profile.

Consider adding some chopped red onion or bell peppers for extra color and flavor.