Sautéed Spinach with Chickpeas and Garlicky Yogurt
Mediterranean Easy

Sautéed Spinach with Chickpeas and Garlicky Yogurt

Tender baby spinach and hearty chickpeas finished with a bright, minty yogurt sauce

mediterraneanvegetariangluten-freedinnerquickweeknight
(0 ratings)
⏱️ 35 minutes 15 minutes prep · 5 minutes cook
🍽️ 3 Serves
370 Calories
14g Protein
32g Carbs
22g Fat

Why This Recipe Works

Microwave-wilting the spinach and pressing it dry is the secret to keeping this dish from becoming watery. Searing sliced garlic and blooming spices provides a deep, aromatic base for the chickpeas and sun-dried tomatoes.


Instructions

1

Whisk the yogurt, mint, minced garlic, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl and set aside to let the flavors meld.

2

Place the spinach and water in a large microwave-safe bowl, cover, and microwave until the spinach is completely wilted, about 4 to 6 minutes.

3

Transfer the spinach to a colander and press firmly with the back of a large spoon to remove as much liquid as possible. Coarsely chop the spinach, return it to the colander, and press again—this double-pressing is vital for the texture of the finished dish.

💡 The spinach should be very dry so it sautés rather than steams in the pan.

4

Heat the olive oil and sliced garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the garlic is light golden brown and fragrant, about 2 minutes, watching carefully to ensure it does not burn.

5

Stir in the coriander and turmeric and cook for about 30 seconds, allowing the spices to bloom in the hot oil until aromatic.

6

Add the chickpeas and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are heated through and well-coated in the spice mixture.

7

Fold in the chopped spinach and cook until just heated through, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

8

Divide the spinach mixture among plates, top each with a dollop of the yogurt sauce, and serve warm with crusty bread to swipe up the sauce.


🍽️ Complete the Meal

Crusty sourdough breadWarm pita
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Make Ahead: The yogurt sauce can be made up to 1 day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.
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Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze this recipe?

Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

Can I make this ahead of time?

The yogurt sauce can be made up to 1 day in advance and stored in the refrigerator.

Rohit Bothra
Recipe by

Rohit Bothra

Self-taught cook exploring global vegetarian cuisine from my Atlanta kitchen.

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