Here are some Mediterranean chickpea recipes that aren’t hummus, offering a variety of flavors and textures:
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad:
Ingredients: Chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a large bowl, toss with lemon juice and olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
Chickpea Stew:
Ingredients: Chickpeas, spinach, tomatoes, garlic, onion, cumin, paprika, vegetable broth, olive oil.
Instructions: Sauté garlic and onion, add spices, tomatoes, and broth, then simmer with chickpeas and spinach until flavors meld.
Chickpea and Vegetable Tagine:
Ingredients: Chickpeas, carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, tomatoes, dried apricots, onions, garlic, ginger, cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, vegetable broth.
Instructions: Sauté vegetables and spices, add broth and chickpeas, simmer until vegetables are tender.
Roasted Chickpeas:
Ingredients: Chickpeas, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper.
Instructions: Toss chickpeas with olive oil and spices, spread on a baking sheet, and roast until crispy.
Chickpea Patties:
Ingredients: Chickpeas, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, pepper, olive oil.
Instructions: Mash chickpeas and mix with other ingredients, form into patties, and fry until golden.
These recipes bring out the versatile nature of chickpeas, perfect for various Mediterranean-inspired dishes.