Chickpea and Olive Tart

This Chickpea and Olive Tart brings together the vibrant flavors of Moroccan cuisine in a delightful, dairy-free pizza. With a crispy base and a savory topping of spiced chickpeas and olives, it's a healthy and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Olives (green or black) - 100g, pitted and sliced
• Red onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Tart base (store-bought or homemade) - 1 (approximately 25cm diameter)

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped red onion and minced garlic until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the drained chickpeas, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the chickpeas are heated through and slightly golden.
4. Remove from heat and stir in the sliced olives and chopped parsley.
5. Place the tart base on a baking sheet and spread the chickpea mixture evenly over it.
6. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the top.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the edges of the tart are golden and crispy.
8. Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and slice into wedges to serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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