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Peanut Chickpeas with Black Pepper Broccoli

Peanut Chickpeas with Black Pepper Broccoli for a Quick Healthy Meal

A quick and easy Peanut Chickpeas with Black Pepper Broccoli recipe ideal for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 430

Ingredients
  

Chickpeas and Sauce
  • 2 cans Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons Peanut Oil or olive/canola oil
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 tablespoon Minced Ginger or adjust if using powdered
  • 0.5 cup Creamy Peanut Butter or almond butter
  • 1 can Lite Coconut Milk
  • 3 tablespoons Soy Sauce reduced sodium recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha or to taste
Broccoli
  • 16 ounces Frozen Broccoli or fresh, steamed
  • 1 teaspoon Black Peppercorns to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
For Serving
  • 2 cups Cooked White Rice or brown rice/quinoa
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Chopped Cilantro for garnish
  • 2 pieces Lime Wedges for serving

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Skillet
  • whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a medium saucepan, heat a thin layer of peanut oil over medium heat until it shimmers slightly.
  2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Incorporate the creamy peanut butter, lite coconut milk, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sriracha into the pan and whisk until combined.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in the drained chickpeas and let simmer for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  6. In a large skillet, heat another thin layer of peanut oil, then add the frozen broccoli and sprinkle with black peppercorns.
  7. Sauté broccoli for about 2 minutes until slightly browned and bright green.
  8. Season with salt and additional black pepper; cook for 1-2 more minutes until tender.
  9. Serve by piling cooked white rice onto plates and topping with the chickpea mixture and sautéed broccoli. Garnish with lime juice and cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh ginger and garlic for better flavor; adjust ratios for creaminess and spice as desired.

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