Spinach-Chickpea Saute with Fried Bread Toasts

Name: Spinach-Chickpea Saute with Fried Bread Toasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided; 1 bunch Spinach, Stems Removed; 1 slice Generous 1-inch Slice From A Rustic Country Loaf Or White Bread, Crusts Removed And Cut Into 1/2-inch Cubes, Plus More Thinner Slices For Fried Bread Toasts; 3 teaspoons Minced Garlic; 1/2 teaspoons Cumin; 1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes; 1- 1/2 Tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar; 2 cans 15 Oz. Cans, Chickpeas, Drained And Rinsed; 1/2 cups Tomato Sauce; Salt And Pepper, to taste; Lemon Juice To Taste; 8 slices (Thin Slices) From A Rustic Country Loaf; Olive Oil, For Fried Bread Toasts; Smoked Paprika, For Topping (optional)

Servings: persons

5 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided
1 bunch Spinach, Stems Removed
1 slice Generous 1-inch Slice From A Rustic Country Loaf Or White Bread, Crusts Removed And Cut Into 1/2-inch Cubes, Plus More Thinner Slices For Fried Bread Toasts
3 teaspoons Minced Garlic
1/2 teaspoons Cumin
1 pinch Red Pepper Flakes
1- 1/2 Tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
2 cans 15 Oz. Cans, Chickpeas, Drained And Rinsed
1/2 cups Tomato Sauce
Salt And Pepper, to taste
Lemon Juice To Taste
8 slices (Thin Slices) From A Rustic Country Loaf
Olive Oil, For Fried Bread Toasts
Smoked Paprika, For Topping (optional)

1
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
2
Add 2 tablespoons olive oil.
3
Add spinach and salt to taste.
4
Cook and stir until just wilted.
5
Transfer to a colander to drain.
6
Wipe out skillet and return to medium heat.
7
Add 2 more tablespoons olive oil and the bread cubes.
8
Fry bread until golden brown and toasted all over, then add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, cumin and red pepper flakes.
9
Stir and cook one more minute until garlic is fragrant.
10
Transfer bread mixture to a small food processor or bowl.
11
Add red wine vinegar.
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Pulse until a coarse paste forms, or use a fork to mash the mixture to a coarse paste.
13
Return mixture to skillet over medium heat, along with the chickpeas, tomato sauce and salt and pepper to taste.
14
Stir, and cook until flavors are absorbed and chickpeas are hot.
15
Add spinach and stir.
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Cook until heated through.
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Add more salt and pepper, as well as lemon juice, to taste.
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Lower the heat and keep warm.
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To make fried bread toasts, add a generous drizzle of olive oil into a skillet over medium heat.
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Once oil is hot place bread slices into the hot oil.
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Fry bread until golden brown and toasted on both sides, in batches if necessary.
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Serve toasts immediately with spinach-chickpea saute, sprinkled with smoked paprika on top if desired.
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Recipe adapted from Smitten Kitchen.

525

kcal

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 Tablespoons Olive Oil, Divided, 1 bunch Spinach, Stems Removed, 1 slice Generous 1-inch Slice From A Rustic Country Loaf Or White Bread, Crusts Removed And Cut Into 1/2-inch Cubes, Plus More Thinner Slices For Fried Bread Toasts, 3 teaspoons Minced Garlic, and more.

Yes, Spinach-Chickpea Saute with Fried Bread Toasts falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!