Description
Enjoy a burst of fresh flavor with this Zucchini Chickpea Skillet Dinner, a delightful and nutritious meal that you can whip up in just 20 minutes. This one-pan wonder combines tender zucchini and protein-packed chickpeas, seasoned to perfection with aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a versatile dish for meal prepping, this recipe fits the bill. With minimal cleanup required, it’s perfect for busy evenings. Serve it as a standalone meal, over quinoa or brown rice, or stuffed in whole wheat pita for a satisfying bite. Get ready to savor a delicious and healthy dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- lemon wedges
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Wash and slice zucchinis, dice onion, and mince garlic.
- Sauté Onions and Garlic: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic; cook until fragrant.
- Cook the Zucchini: Add sliced zucchini to the skillet; cook for 5-7 minutes until tender yet crisp.
- Add Seasoning and Chickpeas: Sprinkle cumin and smoked paprika; season with salt and pepper. Stir in drained chickpeas and heat through for another 3-4 minutes.
- Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg