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Mediterranean Chickpea & Spinach Sauté

Mediterranean Chickpea & Spinach Sauté

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A quick and nourishing sauté featuring antioxidant-rich spinach and fiber-packed chickpeas, perfect for supporting brain health with wholesome Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil for sautéing
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups fresh spinach washed and roughly chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric adds color and antioxidants
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano for Mediterranean flavor
  • 0.5 lemon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 pinch sea salt to taste

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  3. Add chickpeas, turmeric, black pepper, and oregano. Stir and cook for 3-4 minutes to warm through and blend flavors.
  4. Add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted before adding more. Cook about 5-6 minutes until spinach is tender and reduced.
  5. Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice and season with salt to taste.
  6. Serve warm as a satisfying dinner or alongside whole grain bread for extra fiber.

Notes

This recipe is caregiver-friendly with simple steps and minimal ingredients, making it easy to prepare even on busy days. Spinach and chickpeas provide important nutrients to support brain health without overwhelming texture. The use of olive oil and turmeric adds healthy fats and antioxidants consistent with the MIND Diet principles.

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