Espinacas con Garbanzos with Tomatoes and Smoked Paprika

A flavorful and hearty vegetarian tapas dish of spinach and chickpeas, enriched with tomatoes, smoked paprika, and a touch of sherry vinegar for brightness.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

357 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

3 items

Cost

£1.13/serving

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Ingredients

Servings

3tablespoonsOlive oil(Extra virgin olive oil recommended)

£0.25

1mediumOnion(Chopped)

£0.30

3clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.15

1mediumRed bell pepper(Diced)

£0.70

114.5 ounce canCanned diced tomatoes(Undrained)

£0.60

115 ounce canChickpeas(Drained and rinsed)

£0.55

10ouncesFresh spinach(Roughly chopped)

£1.20

1teaspoonSmoked paprika(Pimentón de la Vera (Spanish smoked paprika) recommended)

£0.10

0.5teaspoonCumin(Ground cumin)

£0.05

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

0.3teaspoonBlack pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste)

1tablespoonSherry vinegar(Adds a nice tang)

£0.15

0.3cupVegetable broth (optional)(Add if the mixture seems too dry)

£0.05

4Lemon wedges(For serving (optional))

£0.40

Total Cost

£4.50

£1.13 per serving

Instructions

1.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat.
2.
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the minced garlic and diced red bell pepper and cook for another 3 minutes, until fragrant and slightly softened.
4.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5.
Add the drained and rinsed chickpeas to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for another 5 minutes.
6.
Stir in the fresh spinach, a handful at a time, until it wilts down. This may take a few minutes.
7.
Add the sherry vinegar and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
8.
If the mixture seems too dry, add a splash of vegetable broth.
9.
Serve warm as a tapas dish, garnished with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon wedges (optional).

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (375g)

357 kcal / 1494 kJ

Carbs

39.6g

15% of RDA

Fat

18.9g

27% of RDA

Protein

11.9g

24% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

11.3 g

38% of RDA

Sugar

9.6 g

11% of RDA

Sodium

685 mg

30% of RDA

Saturated Fat

2.7 g

14% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes along with the other spices.

If you don't have sherry vinegar, you can substitute with red wine vinegar or lemon juice.

Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the sauce.

Cooking Equipment

Large skillet or pot

Cutting board

Knife

Wine Pairings

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Espinacas con Garbanzos with Tomatoes and Smoked Paprika

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