Creamy Vegan Tuscan Chickpeas

This vegan Tuscan chickpeas recipe is so easy, delicious and makes for a perfect weeknight meal. It features chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, coconut milk and herbs. It comes together in under 30 minutes and is naturally vegan and vegetarian.

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: dinner

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: healthy dinner, vegan dinner

Servings: servings

Calories: 263kcal

Author: Jessica Laroche

Equipment

Large pan
Stirring spoon
Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

1 onion diced
3 cloves of garlic crushed
2 tsp Italian seasonings or dried oregano
2 x 15 oz canned chickpeas rinsed and drained
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped, see notes
15 oz unsweetened canned coconut milk full-fat if possible
1¼ cup vegetable broth or water or enough for desired consistency
2 tbsp nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan cheese
5 oz baby spinach
small handful fresh basil chopped
salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

Warm up a large pan with a little oil and then add the onion with a pinch of salt. Cook on medium-high heat for 5-7 min, then add the dried herbs and garlic. Keep cooking while stirring often for 1-2 minutes.
Add the chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, coconut milk, vegetable broth and nutritional yeast. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook uncovered for about 10 minutes or until it reaches the desired consistency. Add the spinach and basil, and cook for 2-3 minutes or until wilted. Taste to adjust salt, then serve with bread or over whole grain. Enjoy!

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Notes

If using sun-dried tomatoes in oil, then make sure to pan dry carefully to remove the excess oil. If using oil-free sun-dried tomatoes in a sealed package, then make sure to soak them in boiling water for 20 minutes before using.
Adjust the consistency of the Tuscan chickpea stew to your personal preference. You can simmer uncovered for a few extra minutes to make a thicker stew or add some veggie broth or water for a thinner result.
Nutrition: please note that the nutritional information is an estimate per serving provided for informational purposes only (calculated by software) and accuracy is not guaranteed. Consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian if you need precise nutrition calculations for health reasons.

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