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This Chickpea and Vegetable Stir-Fry is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines hearty lentils, fresh spinach, and a medley of colorful vegetables for a satisfying late-night meal. Packed with protein and fiber, it's both healthy and filling, perfect for a midnight craving.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 1 cup, cooked
• Lentils - 1 cup, cooked
• Spinach - 2 cups, fresh
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, julienned
• Onion - 1 medium, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - to taste
• Salt - to taste
• Red pepper flakes - optional, to taste

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium heat.
2. Add sliced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add diced bell pepper and julienned carrot, cooking for 5-7 minutes until they begin to soften.
5. Stir in the cooked chickpeas and lentils, mixing well with the vegetables.
6. Pour in the soy sauce and sesame oil, tossing everything together to coat evenly.
7. Add the fresh spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
8. Season with black pepper and salt to taste, adding red pepper flakes if desired.
9. Serve hot, garnished with additional sesame oil or a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 18 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from lentils and chickpeas, promoting muscle health.
• High in fiber, which aids digestion and helps maintain a healthy weight.

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