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Easy Rice and Chickpea Medley: Healthy & Flavorful Vegan Dinner

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
A quick and nutritious vegan dish combining rice and chickpeas with aromatic spices, perfect for a wholesome dinner.

Ingredients

Main

  • 200 g white rice
  • 400 g can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 red onion red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp turmeric
  • to taste Salt and black pepper
  • Fresh parsley chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions 

  • Cook the rice according to package directions.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Add minced garlic, cumin, and turmeric; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in chickpeas and cook for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
  • Combine cooked rice with chickpea mixture, garnish with parsley, and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegan
Keyword: Chickpeas, healthy, rice