Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing Chickpea, Spinach, Feta, and Pepita Tacos recipe, a delightful fusion of flavors and textures. Savor the hearty goodness of chickpeas and the vibrant freshness of spinach, perfectly complemented by tangy feta cheese and crunchy pepitas. These tacos are not just a meal; they are an experience that will leave your taste buds dancing with joy. But that's not all! This article is brimming with a collection of delectable recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and culinary adventures. Dive into the creamy goodness of Avocado Feta Dressing, the zesty kick of Jalapeño Cilantro Sauce, and the refreshing crunch of Pickled Red Onions. With step-by-step instructions and a treasure trove of culinary tips, this article is your ultimate guide to crafting a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your senses and make every bite a moment to savor.
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CHIPOTLE CHICKPEA TACOS RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: olive oil, chickpeas, low sodium soy sauce, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, tortilla
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Add the olive oil to a pan over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the chickpeas and cook until slightly golden, stirring occasionally.
- Add soy sauce, chipotle chili powder, and garlic powder to the chickpeas and sauté for 3-4 more minutes, until golden brown.
- Serve on warm tortillas with desired taco toppings.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 422 calories, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 20 grams, Sugar 10 grams
CHICK-PEAS AND SPINACH TAPAS
Steps:
- If using fresh spinach: Cook the spinach in a saucepan with the water clinging to its leaves, stirring, until wilted. Drain, squeeze dry, and finely chop. If using frozen spinach, follow package directions, drain, squeeze dry, and finely chop.
- In a bowl combine the spinach with the chick peas, pepper, chives, lemon juice, oil, salt, and pepper. Serve as is or chilled with toasted bread or as a filling for pita pockets.
SHEET-PAN FETA WITH CHICKPEAS AND TOMATOES
In a spread of Greek appetizers, or meze, there's often a warm feta dish like bouyiourdi (baked feta with tomato and hot peppers) or a saganaki (fried cheese). This recipe combines elements of these two classic appetizers into a sheet-pan meal. Softened feta provides a salty, creamy counterpoint to sweet, juicy tomatoes and chickpeas that are sticky from honey and spicy from dried chile. Try this version, then riff wildly: Switch out tomatoes for mini peppers, olives, dates or cauliflower. Swap the hot honey for anchovies, harissa, smoked paprika or turmeric. Eat with pita, grains, salad greens, hummus or yogurt.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories easy, beans, appetizer, main course
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 400 degrees. On a baking sheet, stir together the chickpeas, tomatoes, shallot, olive oil, honey and chile flakes. Season with salt, then spread in an even layer. Arrange the feta among the chickpeas. Roast until the feta and tomatoes are soft and the chickpeas are golden brown, 30 to 35 minutes (no need to stir). Eat right away. (The feta will harden as it cools; reheat leftovers.)
VEGETARIAN CHICKPEA TACOS
Quick healthy tacos that the kids will go crazy for. Use this mixture as you would taco meat in taco shells or tortillas. Add desired toppings and enjoy!
Provided by Dana D
Categories Main Dish Recipes Taco Recipes Vegetarian Taco Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place chickpeas in a saucepan over medium heat. Add water and taco seasoning. Cook and stir until thoroughly heated, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat. Mash mixture to crush chickpeas.
- Divide chickpea filling evenly among taco shells.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.8 calories, Carbohydrate 55.3 g, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 9.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 1054.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g
CHICKPEAS WITH BABY SPINACH
This is mostly a pantry dish, very quick to put together. You can serve it on its own, with couscous or pasta, or over a thick slice of toasted bread rubbed with garlic.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course
Time 30m
Yield Serves three
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, tomato paste and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring for one to two minutes, until fragrant and the tomato paste has turned a darker color. Add the chickpeas, the stock or water, and the cayenne, and bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer 10 minutes.
- Stir in the spinach, a handful at a time, stirring until each addition of spinach wilts. Add salt to taste and simmer uncovered, stirring often, for five minutes. Add lots of freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt and cayenne, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 306, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 764 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
CHICKPEA, SPINACH, FETA, AND PEPITA TACOS
Steps:
- Warm the tortillas (see page 81) and wrap them in aluminum foil to keep warm.
- Pour the oil into a medium skillet over medium heat. When the oil starts to shimmer, add the ground ancho, stir to combine, and cook until it sizzles and becomes very fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the garlic and shallot and cook until the vegetables start to soften and slightly brown, 4 to 6 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato and chickpeas and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomato softens and starts to break down. Add the spinach and cook until the spinach wilts, 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Lay the tortillas out on a plate and divide the chickpea-spinach mixture among them. Top with the avocado and feta and sprinkle with the pumpkin seeds. Dash a little Tabasco on each taco, squeeze the lime over them, and eat.
Tips:
- Prep the Ingredients: Before you start cooking, measure and prep all the ingredients. This will help you stay organized and ensure that you have everything you need.
- Cook the Chickpeas: To save time, you can use canned chickpeas. However, if you have dried chickpeas, soak them overnight and then cook them according to the package instructions.
- Make the Feta Dressing: While the chickpeas are cooking, make the feta dressing by combining the feta cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and herbs. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Roast the Pepitas: To add a nutty flavor to the tacos, roast the pepitas in a pan until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Assemble the Tacos: Once the chickpeas and feta dressing are ready, assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with chickpeas, spinach, feta dressing, roasted pepitas, and your favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
These chickpea-spinach-feta-and-pepita tacos are a delicious and healthy meal that is perfect for lunch or dinner. They are packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats, and they are also easy to make. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. Enjoy these tasty tacos and let us know how they turn out in the comments below!
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