Chickpeas with leeks and pine nuts

4 servings

20 minutes

Chickpeas with leeks and pine nuts is an exquisite dish of Indian cuisine that combines a richness of flavors and textures. Chickpeas, known for their nutritional properties, become soft and rich after cooking. Leeks add tenderness and a slight sweetness to the dish, while garlic adds a piquant depth. Olive oil highlights the natural flavors, and lemon juice refreshes and balances them. Crunchy pine nuts complete the composition with a light creamy note. This dish is perfect as a standalone treat or as a side to rice or flatbreads. Light, healthy, and aromatic – it makes an excellent choice for a vegetarian table.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 628.5
• Proteins: 25.1g
• Fats: 25.8g
• Carbohydrates: 77.6g

Ingredients

• Chickpeas: 450 g
• Leek: 1 pc
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Roasted pine nuts: 4 tbsp
• Lemon juice: 1.5 tbsp
• Olive oil: 1 tbsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. If you are using regular chickpeas, soak them overnight and then boil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chickpeas: 450 g

2. Chop garlic and onion finely.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Leek: 1 piece

3. Heat olive oil in a pan, then add chopped garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes until soft.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Leek: 1 piece

4. Salt and pepper the onion and garlic, then add the chickpeas. Cook for 5 minutes until the mixture is hot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Chickpeas: 450 g

5. Remove from heat, add nuts and lemon juice. Stir and serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Roasted pine nuts: 4 tablespoons
   • Lemon juice: 1.5 tablespoon