“Better than Fried Rice” Mediterranean Garlic Rice with Chickpeas

The Mediterranean diet is well-known for being one of the healthiest and tastiest diets. And this Mediterranean garlic rice with chickpeas is no exception. It’s packed with flavors, made with heart-healthy ingredients, and done in about 30 minutes. Serve it as a side or even as a main course. As it certainly has enough protein.

To make this recipe, I used long-grain rice. However, you can use whatever type of rice you like. Just make sure to check the rice package instructions. That way you get your liquid-to-rice ratios and your cooking times right on the money.

For the liquid, I used homemade vegetable broth. Which truly elevates the flavors of this dish. You can also use chicken broth, beef broth, or even water if you like. Just make sure to season accordingly if you are using water.

TIPS & TRICKS to Make this Recipe: You can serve this rice dish warm, at room temperature, or even chilled. It will hold for up to 3 to 4 days in the fridge in an airtight container.

Key Ingredients & Cookware I used in this Recipe:
MY COOKWARE
MY CHEF´S KNIFE
EXTRA VIRGIN SPANISH OLIVE OIL
SPANISH GOLDEN SAFFRON

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Mediterranean Garlic Rice with Chickpeas

Author Albert Bevia @ Spain on a Fork

Ingredients

• 2
  cups
  vegetable broth
  480 ml
• 1/4
  tsp
  saffron threads
  0.17 grams
• 3
  tbsp
  extra virgin olive oil
  45 ml
• 2
  shallots (thinly sliced)
• 6
  cloves
  garlic (roughly chopped)
• 1
  carrot (finely chopped)
• 1
  cup
  long grain rice (rinsed)
  190 grams
• 1
  tsp
  dried oregano
  1 gram
• 1
  can
  chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  15.5 oz / 440 grams
• 1/2
  cup
  frozen peas
  50 grams
• sea salt & black pepper
• 2
  tsp
  lemon juice
  10 ml
• chopped cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. Add the broth and saffron into a saucepan and heat with a medium heat

2. Heat a large fry pan with a medium heat and add in the olive oil

3. After a couple of minutes add in the sliced shallots, chopped garlic, and chopped carrot into the fry pan, mix continuously, after about 4 minutes and the vegetables are lightly sauteed, add in the rice, oregano, and season with salt & pepper, continue to mix for a couple of minutes

4. Once the rice is lightly sauteed, about 2 to 3 minutes, add in the chickpeas and simmering broth, give it a mix, then place a lid on the pan and lower to a low heat

5. After about 15 to 18 minutes and the rice is just cooked through (check package instructons on the rice you are using), add in the frozen peas, making sure to evenly spread them around, then place the lid back on the pan and turn off the heat, let the rice sit for 5 minutes, then squeeze in the lemon juice over the rice and using a fork gently fluff the rice

6. Transfer into serving dishes and top off with chopped cilantro, enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Mediterranean Garlic Rice with Chickpeas

Amount Per Serving

Calories 402
Calories from Fat 117

% Daily Value*

Fat 13g20%

Saturated Fat 2g13%

Polyunsaturated Fat 2g

Monounsaturated Fat 8g

Sodium 561mg24%

Potassium 371mg11%

Carbohydrates 61g20%

Fiber 8g33%

Sugar 4g4%

Protein 10g20%

Vitamin A 2963iu59%

Vitamin C 11mg13%

Calcium 82mg8%

Iron 3mg17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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