TRIO OF SPANISH NIBBLES: OLIVES, ALMONDS & CHICKPEAS

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I saw this on a holiday episode of 30-Minute Meals with Rachael Ray, and it looked like the most absolutely easiest and elegant nibbles to set out for your holiday guests. Will definitely not ruin their appetites.

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Beans

Time 18m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups mixed good-quality olives
3 -4 slices orange peel
3 -4 slices lemon peel
1 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes
1 teaspoon fennel seed (1/3 palm full)
2 -3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cups marcona almonds or 2 cups toasted peeled whole almonds
2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Make a double layer pouch of foil for the olives. Add citrus peel, red pepper flakes and fennel seeds to olives, then top with olive oil. Seal the pouch and shake it to distribute the spices and oil. Place in hot oven at any temperature or on outdoor grill to heat them through.
  • Place the almonds in a small decorative serving dish.
  • Place chick peas in a medium skillet over medium heat and cook 15 minutes until crisp and dry. In the last 5 minutes, season the chick peas with paprika, salt, and pepper. (If you season them up too soon, the paprika will blacken and become bitter.).
  • Place the chick peas in a small serving bowl.
  • Place the olives on a platter and cut the pouch open to expose them. Place the small serving dishes for nuts and chick peas on the platter alongside olives. Place a ramekin or other small cup out to collect olive pits.

Farasat Ali
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These nibbles are the perfect snack to have on hand when you're feeling hungry.


Sacvana Sacvana
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I'm not a big fan of chickpeas, but I loved these nibbles. The flavors were perfectly balanced.


Deshaz Goonh
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These nibbles are also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Alfa Sync
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I like to add a little bit of smoked paprika to these nibbles for a smoky flavor.


Esther Pfandler
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These nibbles are a great way to use up leftover olives, almonds, and chickpeas.


Raiyyan Saleem
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I've made these nibbles several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect appetizer for a party or a casual get-together.


Op Omor
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few simple ingredients, but the results are amazing.


King rashid
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These nibbles are easy to make and they're always a hit with my guests.


john berry
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Spanish food.


David Arzumanyan
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I served these nibbles with a glass of wine and they were the perfect pairing.


Santosh Kc
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The chickpeas were a great way to add some protein to these nibbles. They were also very creamy and flavorful.


Cheyenne Sayer
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The almonds were the perfect crunchy addition to these nibbles. They added a nice contrast to the soft olives and chickpeas.


sanjana rahman
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I'm not a big fan of olives, but I loved these! They were so flavorful and briny.


Marichu Parongan
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These nibbles are a great way to add some Spanish flair to your next party.


tuwhano rauhihi
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The olives, almonds, and chickpeas are a perfect match.


Samim Raja
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These are the perfect snacks to serve before dinner. They're easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Malaika Faheem
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I made these nibbles for a tapas party and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


Stephanie Sanchez Del Rio
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I followed the recipe exactly and the results were delicious! The olives were perfectly briny, the almonds were crunchy and flavorful, and the chickpeas were soft and creamy. I served them with a glass of wine and they were the perfect snack.


Comfort Lartey
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These Spanish nibbles were a hit at my party! The olives were especially popular, and the almonds and chickpeas were a great addition. I will definitely be making these again.