Savory Oatmeal with Chickpeas

Savory Oatmeal with Chickpeas is a hearty and nutritious dish that combines creamy oats with protein-packed chickpeas, seasoned to perfection. This unique midnight meal is both satisfying and wholesome, perfect for a late-night craving.

Ingredients

• Rolled oats - 1 cup
• Water - 2 cups
• Canned chickpeas - 1 cup, drained and rinsed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Spinach - 1 cup, fresh
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish)

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
2. Add 1 cup of rolled oats to the boiling water, reduce heat to low, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until creamy.
3. While the oats are cooking, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
4. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sautéing until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Stir in the drained chickpeas, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
6. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, cooking until wilted, about 2 minutes.
7. Once the oats are cooked, stir in the lemon juice and mix well.
8. Divide the savory oatmeal between two bowls and top with the chickpea and spinach mixture.
9. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber which aids digestion and promotes satiety.
• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health.

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