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Chickpea Rice Pilaf

March 3, 20232 Comments

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Chickpea Rice Pilaf ~ Easy recipe for savory turmeric-infused rice studded with fresh spinach and roasted chickpeas.  via @thiswifecooks

Chickpea Rice Pilaf ~

Savory turmeric-infused rice studded with fresh spinach and roasted chickpeas. Serve as a side dish or entree with Lemon Pepper Tofu.

Chickpea Rice Pilaf ~ Easy recipe for savory turmeric-infused rice studded with fresh spinach and roasted chickpeas.

Rice Pilaf Recipe

There are so many ways to make rice pilaf and the reason is that what makes a rice dish a ‘pilaf’ is simply the cooking method. Rice pilaf begins with cooking the rice in aromatics such as onions, garlic, herbs, and spices before adding any liquid. So there you go; that’s it.

Chickpeas vs. Garbanzo Beans

What’s the difference? There is no difference; they are the exact same thing.

I use both names for this versatile bean interchangeably. There’s no rhyme or reason as to why one or another makes it into the title of a recipe other than I personally think it sounds better. Also, I’ve never understood why so many of us say ‘chickpeas’ when the canned beans here in the U.S. so clearly read ‘garbanzo beans’.

Whatever you call them, they’re delicious. I became somewhat obsessed with making Chickpea Burgers over the summer and a Chickpea Salad Sandwich is one of my favorite work-at-home lunches. Garbanzo Bean and Feta Salad is another good one, especially when I want something light. These are all made with the same beans.

Chickpea Rice Pilaf ~ Easy recipe for savory turmeric-infused rice studded with fresh spinach and roasted chickpeas.

Ingredients for Chickpea Rice Pilaf

You will need:

  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and dried
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 cup Basmati rice, uncooked
  • 2 cups vegan chicken-style broth
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves
Chickpea Rice Pilaf ~ Easy recipe for savory turmeric-infused rice studded with fresh spinach and roasted chickpeas.

How to Make Chickpea Rice Pilaf

STEP ONE: Preheat the oven to 425°F.

STEP TWO: Place chickpeas in a medium bowl, drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil, and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes until lightly crisp; set aside.

STEP THREE: Into a medium pot over medium-high heat, add the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently until softened. Add the garlic and turmeric; cook for an additional 30 seconds.

STEP FOUR: Add the rice, stirring to coat, and cook for 1 minute. Add the chicken-style broth. Bring just to a boil then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, until the rice is done. Remove from heat and, leaving the lid on, let the rice stand for 10 minutes to firm up.

STEP FIVE: Fluff the rice with a fork and gently stir in the baby spinach leaves. Cover for about 3 minutes, just long enough to wilt the spinach. Stir in the roasted chickpeas, adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Chickpea Rice Pilaf ~ Easy recipe for savory turmeric-infused rice studded with fresh spinach and roasted chickpeas.

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Chickpea Rice Pilaf ~ Easy recipe for savory turmeric-infused rice studded with fresh spinach and roasted chickpeas.
Chickpea Rice Pilaf ~ Easy recipe for savory turmeric-infused rice studded with fresh spinach and roasted chickpeas.

Chickpea Rice Pilaf

Savory turmeric-infused rice studded with fresh spinach and roasted chickpeas.
5 from 6 votes
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Keyword: beans, dairy free, healthy, rice, vegan, vegetarian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Resting Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 254kcal
Author: Holly Gray
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Ingredients

  • 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed, drained, and dried
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil divided
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 cup Basmati rice uncooked
  • 2 cups vegan chicken-style broth
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Place chickpeas in a medium bowl, drizzle with 1 teaspoon olive oil, and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast for 15 minutes until lightly crisp; set aside.
  • Into a medium pot over medium-high heat, add the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the onion. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently until softened. Add the garlic and turmeric; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  • Add the rice, stirring to coat, and cook for 1 minute. Add the chicken-style broth. Bring just to a boil then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes, until the rice is done. Remove from heat and, leaving the lid on, let the rice stand for 10 minutes to firm up.
  • Fluff the rice with a fork and gently stir in the baby spinach leaves. Cover for about 3 minutes, just long enough to wilt the spinach. Stir in the roasted chickpeas, adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 254kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 329mg | Potassium: 324mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1124IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 59mg | Iron: 3mg
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  1. Jacqui

    March 10, 2023 at 6:05 am

    5 stars
    Super super good recipe! Thank you for sharing, it was delicious.

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    • thiswifecooks

      March 12, 2023 at 12:42 pm

      Thanks, Jacqui! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!

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