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Flavorful Rice and Chickpea Stir-Fry

Quick and Nutritious Rice and Chickpea Stir-Fry

2servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Flavorful Rice and Chickpea Stir-Fry

About this recipe

Enjoy a delightful blend of rice, chickpeas, and crisp vegetables in this modern stir-fry bursting with flavor and nutrients. This dish is perfect for a healthy and satisfying weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 medium carrot, julienned
  • 1 cup broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Directions

  1. 1

    Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Add onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Incorporate bell pepper, carrot, and broccoli, cooking until vegetables are tender-crisp.

  4. 4

    Mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

  5. 5

    Stir in cooked rice and chickpeas to the skillet, pouring the sauce mixture over them.

  6. 6

    Continue to cook, stirring well, until everything is heated through.

  7. 7

    Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

  8. 8

    Serve hot and enjoy your meal!

Chef's tip

For added texture, try roasting the chickpeas until crispy before adding them to the stir-fry.

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