Sautéed Chickpea and Spinach Bowl with Tahini Lemon Dressing

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A vibrant, nutrient-packed bowl featuring sautéed chickpeas and spinach dressed in a tangy tahini lemon sauce, perfect for a quick healthy meal. This Mediterranean-inspired healthy bowl recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs canned chickpeas, fresh spinach, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas to the skillet and 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring occasionally. Cook for 5 minutes until chickpeas are warmed through and slightly golden.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 4 cups fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted and tender.
  4. Step 4: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons tahini, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons water, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes until smooth and creamy.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the chickpea and spinach mixture to serving bowls and drizzle with the tahini lemon dressing. Serve warm.

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