Chickpeas With Spinach (Garbanzos Con Espinacas)

Name: Chickpeas With Spinach (Garbanzos Con Espinacas)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb fresh spinach, thoroughly washed, chopped; 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 -4 whole garlic cloves; 1 -2 slice white bread, coarsely chopped; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon paprika; ¼ teaspoon ground cumin; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste); salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 -2 cup canned chick-peas, rinsed and drained

Servings: persons

1 lb fresh spinach, thoroughly washed, chopped
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 -4 whole garlic cloves
1 -2 slice white bread, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 -2 cup canned chick-peas, rinsed and drained

1
Cook the spinach in a dry skillet over moderate heat with just the water that clings to the leaves until the spinach is tender and dry.
2
Set aside.
3
In the same skillet, heat half the oil and fry the garlic and bread until both are golden brown.
4
Transfer to an electric blender or food processor, add the spices, salt, and pepper, and process until smooth.
5
Heat the remaining oil in the skillet and saute the garlic mixture until it forms a thick sauce - add a little water if necessary.
6
Stir in the reserved spinach and chickpeas and heat through.
7
Serve hot or at room temperature.

257

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb fresh spinach, thoroughly washed, chopped, 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 2 -4 whole garlic cloves, 1 -2 slice white bread, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Chickpeas With Spinach (Garbanzos Con Espinacas) falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!