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Broccoli Chickpea Stir Fry

A quick and healthy stir fry featuring broccoli and chickpeas, perfect for a busy weeknight meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 can chickpeas (15 oz), drained and rinsed
Aromatics and Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave syrup
  • to taste Salt and pepper
For Serving
  • Cooked rice or quinoa

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the broccoli florets and cook for 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
  4. Stir in the chickpeas, soy sauce, and maple syrup; cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Serve warm over cooked rice or quinoa.

Notes

This stir fry is flexible; use fresh or frozen broccoli, and customize the sauce with different sweeteners as needed. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.