Marinating ingredients is one of the single most flavor-enhancing things you can do for food. Like marinated tofu, marinated chickpeas take on whatever flavor you toss them in. Oftentimes, marinated veggies can be quite tangy (which we love!), but for a wonderful contrast, I’ve paired these with a creamy feta dip. I mean, what could be better than a crispy piece of bread dipped into whipped feta and punchy marinated chickpeas? The answer: not much!
Not to be dramatic but these are life-changing
Ready in 10 Minutes: While you can let the chickpeas marinate longer, the dressing is so flavorful that you can serve the dish right away! App or Dinner: This recipe makes a delicious appetizer and is also ideal for a quick weeknight dinner. Pair it with a bowl of fresh tomato and basil soup for a hearty yet simple dinner. Meal Prep Friendly: And yes, you can also make this as meal prep! The whipped feta and chickpeas hold up really well in the fridge throughout the week.
After big cooking and shooting days, I usually bag up food to give to friends. Here’s a text I got after passing out these marinated chickpeas and my harvest salad.👇
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This list of ingredients is pretty simple. Jump to the recipe card for exact measurements – this is just an overview!
Chickpeas: Chickpeas, or garbanzo beans, are the star of the show! Packed with protein and fiber, they’re a vegetarian staple. Be sure to drain the liquid from them. The Marinade Sauce: To make the yummy dressing base, you’ll need olive oil, a lemon, and white wine vinegar. Champagne vinegar will work, too. Flavor Makers: The marinade is seasoned with shallots, garlic, salt, and Italian parsley. Whipped Feta: This dip is easy to make with just feta cheese, plain Greek yogurt, and olive oil.
Marinated chickpeas are easy to make
This recipe is so awesome because you can either prep it in advance or enjoy it right away with just 10 minutes of work. (Jump to the recipe for the full printable recipe.)
more ways to marinate chickpeas
Feel free to get creative with the marinade flavors! Lemon and olive oil are great starting points for many seasonings. Here are a few ideas to get you started:
Balsamic and Basil: Swap the white wine vinegar for balsamic vinegar and and the parsley for basil. Dill: Add dill to the chickpeas for a full Mediterranean experience. Pesto: Try using pesto mixed with lemon juice and white wine vinegar for the marinade. It’s super tasty with this homemade pesto! Spicy: For heat, you can also add thinly sliced Fresno chilies or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
