Best 2 Espinacas Con Garbanzos Spinach With Garbanzo Beans Recipes

¡Hola! Spinach with chickpeas: A classic Spanish dish made with fresh spinach, chickpeas (garbanzos), and simple seasonings. It's a healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that's perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. This hearty and satisfying dish is packed with protein and fiber, making it a great option for vegetarians and vegans alike. In this article, we'll provide you with two variations of this classic Spanish dish: a traditional recipe using fresh spinach and a modern twist using frozen spinach. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So, let's get cooking!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ESPINACAS CON GARBANZOS (SPINACH AND CHICKPEAS)

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A Spanish style espinacas con garbanzos recipe (spinach and chickpea stew) that will have you craving another bite!

Provided by Lauren Aloise

Categories Main

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1 jar garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
10 ounces fresh spinach (washed. (One large bag or around 300 grams/10 ounces).)
2 thick slices of day old bread (sourdough works well with crusts removed and cut into cubes)
15 blanched unsalted Marcona almonds
1/4 cup tomato sauce ((60ml))
3 garlic cloves (chopped)
Extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp Sherry vinegar (or red wine vinegar if sherry vinegar is hard to come by)
1 tsp ground cumin
Ground cayenne pepper (to taste)
1 tsp Salt ((more to taste))
Black pepper (to taste)
1 tsp Smoked Spanish paprika (I use pimentón dulce, but you could also use pimentón picante)

Steps:

Coat a large saucepan with extra virgin olive oil (approx. 2 tbsp) and heat to medium high
Before the oil gets too hot, add the spinach (in batches if necessary)
Sauté the spinach until just wilted and remove to strain in a colander
Re-coat the pan with olive oil and add in the bread cubes and raw almonds. Fry until the bread and almonds are browned and crispy on each side
Add the chopped garlic, cumin, cayenne and black pepper and sauté for a couple of minutes, until the garlic is fragrant and turning brown
Transfer the ingredients to a blender/food processor and add the sherry vinegar
Blend the ingredients together until you have a thick paste (you can add a few tablespoons of water if needed to blend easier, but don't over blend and make it gooey)
Return the paste to the saucepan and add your garbanzo beans and tomato sauce
Stir gently until the chickpeas are fully coated by the sauce and add a bit of water to thin things out
Add the spinach and stir gently until it is evenly incorporated and hot
Season with salt and pepper
Once plated, drizzle a swirl of extra virgin olive oil on top of each dish, then sprinkle a small amount of smoked Spanish paprika on top
Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121.93 kcal, Carbohydrate 12.88 g, Protein 5.05 g, Fat 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.87 g, Cholesterol 0.18 mg, Sodium 289.07 mg, Fiber 3.27 g, Sugar 2.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ESPINACAS CON GARBANZOS (SPINACH WITH GARBANZO BEANS)

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This recipe can be eaten as a side dish or as a light meal. It's great with a grilled pork chop and some crusty bread. Its origins date back to North African cultures and is one of the very popular choices of tapas in Seville's bars.

Provided by Vanessa Moore

Categories Side Dish Vegetables Greens

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ onion, diced
1 (10 ounce) box frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained well
1 (12 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the garlic and onion in the oil until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in the spinach, garbanzo beans, cumin, and salt. Use your stirring spoon to lightly mash the beans as the mixture cooks. Allow to cook until thoroughly heated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 600.1 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

Tips:

Soak the garbanzo beans overnight. This will help them cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
Use fresh spinach. Fresh spinach has a better flavor and texture than frozen spinach.
Don't overcook the spinach. Spinach cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it, or it will become limp and mushy.
Season the dish to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices to taste.
Serve the dish immediately. Spinach with garbanzo beans is best served hot or warm.

Conclusion:

Spinach with garbanzo beans is a healthy and delicious dish that is easy to make. It is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. This dish is also a good option for people who are looking for a vegetarian or vegan meal. Serve this dish with rice, quinoa, or bread for a complete meal.