Green Chickpeas

Name: Green Chickpeas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 2 x 400g tins chickpeas, see GH TIP; 125 g baby spinach; Juice 1 lemon; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

This bright chickpea dish looks as delicious as it tastes. A simple, fresh side to compliment any roast, or top with some of your favourite cheese and serve with crusty bread to make it into a main.

By Georgie D'Arcy ColesPublished: 27 March 2024

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These chickpeas would make a delicious side dish to our 'Fruity Rolled Lamb Shoulder' on Easter Sunday.

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Yields:

Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

15 mins

Cal/Serv:

Ingredients

2 x 400g tins chickpeas, see GH TIP
125 g baby spinach
Juice 1 lemon
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil

Directions

1. Step 1Drain the chickpeas, reserving 75ml liquid. In a high-speed blender, whizz the spinach, lemon juice, garlic, oil, reserved liquid and plenty of seasoning until very smooth.
2. Step 2Empty into a medium pan and heat gently, stirring frequently, until piping hot. Stir in the chickpeas and heat through. Empty into a serving bowl and serve.

GET AHEAD:

Prepare to end of step 1 up to a day ahead. Stir in the chickpeas, then cover and chill. Complete recipe to serve.

GH TIP:

If you want to use jarred chickpeas (they often have a juicier texture), then go for a 700g jar and top up the strained liquid, if needed, with water.