Mediterranean Chickpeas On Toast

Prep Time5 minsCook Time20 minsDifficultyBeginnerYields4 ServingsCategory, ,
 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
 2 ShallotsDiced
 2 Cloves GarlicMinced
 ½ tsp Smoked Paprika
 ½ tsp Sweet Paprika
 ½ tsp Brown SugarChopped
 1 Can (14oz/400g) ChickpeasDrained
 4 Slices Whole Wheat BreadToasted
 1 Handfull ParsleyGarnish
 ½ cup (60g) Kalamata OlivesHalved, to Garnish
1

Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat on a medium pan. Add shallots and cook for 2-3 minutes, then add garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes.

2

Add all the spices to the pan and mix well. Next add in the chopped tomatoes and 2 tbsp. of water. Simmer on low-medium heat until the sauce has reduced, around 10 minutes.

3

Mix in the drained chickpeas, season with salt, sugar and black pepper and cook for another 5 minutes until warmed through.

4

Serve on the toasted bread with parsley and black olives.

Nutrition Facts

4 servings

Serving size


Amount per serving
Calories253
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g11%
Total Carbohydrate 33g12%
Protein 11g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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