Chickpeas

Quick and easy Shakshuka with eggplant, chickpeas, and chard – a well-balanced breakfast or dinner that requires right around 40 minutes to prepare.

Is there anything a runny yolk can’t solve?

In all seriousness, yolks are best when gooey, and if you feel the same, this easy vegetable-packed Shakshuka recipe is yours for the taking.

This fabulous meal of poached eggs in spiced tomato sauce is warm, rich, and satisfying, while staying nice and healthful.

You don’t need to be an expert at poaching eggs or have any background in African or Middle Eastern cuisine to become a Shakshuka aficionado!

When all is said and done, you’re basically making a one-pot meal in a skillet. It’s very similar to making soup or stew!

Let’s dive in!

What is Shakshuka?:

Shakshuka is a classic North African and Middle Eastern meal of eggs stewed in a generously-spiced sauce made from tomatoes, red peppers, and often harissa paste (which is a combination of roasted red peppers, garlic, caraway and coriander seeds, cumin, and herbs).

It is eaten any time of the day – breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

Chocolate covered chickpeas are an easy dessert recipe that only requires three basic ingredients: chickpeas, oil, and chocolate chips. This fun, crispy treat is perfect for chickpea enthusiasts!

Flourless chickpea banana bread made with – you guessed it – chickpeas instead of flour! Simply blend the ingredients in a blender for a fluffy, dense, flavorful and delicious banana bread that is grain-free, refined sugar-free, dairy-free and healthy!

You knew this was coming, didn’t ya?

It was only a matter of time…

If you’ve been around The Roasted Root a while, you know I have a tendency to make sweet treats using chickpeas or black beans. 

On this week’s edition of bean-infused deliciousness, we’re baking banana bread! No need for flour of any kind! All you need is a can of garbanzo beans (chickpeas), and you have a solid foundation for bean bliss.

Highlight Reel:

• Gluten-free, grain-free, flourless
• Dairy-free
• Refined sugar-free
• Lower in fat and sugar than regular banana bread
• Fun and easy to prepare with minimal cleanup

Let’s discuss the details behind this bread.

6-Ingredient Vegan Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Chickpea Cookies made with basic pantry ingredients. Grain-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, flourless, and ultra peanut buttery!

Vegan garbanzo bean blondies (a.k.a. chocolate chip cookie bars) that are grain-free, refined sugar-free, and egg-free. These melt-in-your-mouth blondies are not only delicious, but serve as a healthier dessert!

Crispy on the outside, moist and gooey on the inside chocolate chip skillet cookie made with chickpeas, pure maple syrup, and almond butter for a healthier dessert. This super easy-to-prepare gluten-free and vegan dessert recipe will become a staple in your household! This post is sponsored by Saffron Road. Welcome to your newest epic mind …

Vegetarian Thai green curry with avocado, broccoli, peppers, carrot, and more – A light yet filling and oh-so satisfying meal made in 30 minutes. This post is sponsored by California Avocado Commission. If I weren’t so concerned with keeping my variety game strong on this blog, there’s a solid chance that 80% of my recipes …

Peanut butter chocolate chip chickpea blondies are gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, and super easy to prepare in your blender. Plus, they’re vegan and packed with fiber and protein for a healthful dessert!

Nutrient-packed lentil, chickpea, and kale salad warmly spiced with curry powder and studded with dried cranberries, citrus fruit, and feta. This well-rounded salad makes for an excellent side dish, or even a meal! This post is sponsored by USA Pulses & Pulse Canada.   In certain ways, I’m a creature of habit. For instance, every …

Minestrone soup with rice and kale makes for a healthful go-to during the chilly winter months. This classic soup favorite is comforting and easy to make! Now that we’re a week deep in 2017, how are you progressing on your goals and intentions?  I admit, my goal of buying nothing this year has already gone …

Chana Saag is a classic vegetarian Indian dish including chickpeas, tomatoes and spinach stewed in aromatic coconut milk-based sauce. This simple and easy recipe is prepared in under 40 minutes! One of my favorite classic vegetarian Indian meals is Chana Saag – a dish of chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and spinach stewed in an aromatic coconut …

Mashed chickpea sandwiches with hummus spread, avocado, red onion, mixed greens, and tomato make for a delicious well-balanced plant-based lunch.

Fully loaded Mexican street corn hummus with queso fresco, grilled corn, cherry tomatoes, red onion, black beans, and cilantro. The perfect healthy summertime snack or appetizer. I have a personal question to ask you. How do you handle the snacking situation?  Do you harbor snacks in the nooks and crannies of your purse, glove compartment, …

Parsnip Risotto with creamy chickpea alfredo, shrimp, and asparagus is a marvelously flavorful dairy-free, low-carb meal.

Tunisian Breakfast Soup with bell peppers, chickpeas, tomatoes, kale, and more! A nutritious way of starting the day! Soup for breakfast, go get it!   It’s Breakfast Recipe Friday! …sowhereareallthepancakes? Normally, I’m all about tempting you with sweet, decadent yet healthy cake, pudding, porridge, pancakes, or waffles,  to load the breakfast bases for the weekend, but this …