Cod & Chickpea Stew
Grab a spoon and dig into a steaming bowl of this one-pot stew that’s packed with cod and chickpeas to satisfy all appetites.
Grab a spoon and dig into a steaming bowl of this one-pot stew that’s packed with cod and chickpeas to satisfy all appetites.
Using canned chickpeas means no-fuss preparation — a potluck must. The yogurt and dill dip is a cool accompaniment to the crunchy, flavourful patties.
Fennel, tomatoes and olives add a touch of the Mediterranean to this simple chickpea stew. If you prefer, you can also serve this with whole wheat pita instead of the couscous.
Canned chickpeas are a convenient shortcut used in this marinated salad. Lemon juice adds flavour and helps mellow out the raw onion. Add the cilantro just before serving to keep it bright green.
Although naturally rich in fibre, this dish gets a bonus fibre boost from the addition of chickpeas. Clean the kale well because dirt tends to get stuck in the folds.
For a touch of herbs, add 2 tbsp (25 mL) chopped fresh coriander. If you don't cook your own chickpeas, use 1 can (19 oz/540 mL), drained and rinsed.
Crispy, seasoned chickpeas, tangy pickled onions and the humble sweet potato come together to make a genius version of a loaded potato.
Sweet, tender butternut squash mixes with peppery watercress and hearty chickpeas for a filling dinner for two or an appetizer for four. Serve with pita or flatbread.
In addition to the high fibre content, chickpeas also contain protein, which helps blunt the rise in blood sugar levels.
Chickpeas make the crust of this hearty pie colourful, fragrant and dense. Though the ingredients are many, a lot are pantry staples and the dish comes together easily for an impressive entree.
