Marry Me Chickpeas and Orzo
Marry Me Chickpeas and Orzo is a delightful vegetarian dish that beautifully combines creamy orzo pasta and hearty chickpeas in a vibrant medley of flavors. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes, making it both quick and easy to prepare. Fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrition, while aromatic garlic and Mediterranean herbs create an inviting aroma that will impress your family and friends. With its comforting texture and customizable ingredients, feel free to add your favorite veggies or proteins for an extra twist! Gather your ingredients, follow the simple steps, and savor this flavorful dish any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and rinse chickpeas under cold water.
- In a medium pot, bring vegetable broth to a boil. Add orzo and cook until al dente (about 8 minutes).
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chickpeas and oregano; stir for about 3 minutes.
- Lower heat and fold in spinach until wilted (about 2 minutes).
- Drain orzo (reserve some broth) and mix with chickpea mixture. Adjust creaminess with reserved broth as needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg