Chickpea and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Lentils and Spinach and Chickpeas and Lentils and Spinach and Lentils and Spinach

This Chickpea and Vegetable Stir-Fry is a vibrant and nutritious midnight dish, packed with protein-rich lentils, fresh spinach, and a variety of colorful vegetables. It's a quick and healthy option that satisfies your late-night cravings while providing essential nutrients.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 1 cup, cooked
• Lentils - 1/2 cup, cooked
• Fresh spinach - 2 cups, chopped
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the bell pepper, carrot, and zucchini to the skillet, cooking for another 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
4. Stir in the cooked chickpeas and lentils, mixing well with the vegetables.
5. Add the chopped spinach, soy sauce, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper, stirring until the spinach wilts and everything is heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
6. Serve hot, garnished with extra lemon juice if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and fiber, promoting satiety and muscle health.
• Loaded with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, supporting overall health.

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