Sweet And Sour Chickpeas And Green Beans
User Reviews
4.8
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
445 kcal
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Course
Side Dish, Main Course
Sweet And Sour Chickpeas And Green Beans
Description
This recipe sautés crushed garlic and diced green bell pepper briefly before adding trimmed green beans to soften. Meanwhile, a sauce made from maple syrup, tamari (a soy sauce alternative), rice vinegar, tomato paste, and water is prepared. Chickpeas and cornstarch (for thickness) are added to the pan with the sauce, cooking gently until the sauce thickens and coats the ingredients.
The dish has a sweet and sour flavor profile balancing the natural earthiness of chickpeas and the fresh crunch of green beans and bell pepper. The garlic adds aroma and depth, while tamari provides umami and saltiness. Thickening the sauce with cornstarch creates a glossy finish.
It's typically served over brown rice but may also pair nicely with quinoa or couscous for a wholesome meal. Optional garnishes like sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, or chopped cilantro can add texture and freshness.
Leftovers store well, and the recipe’s balance of vegetables and legumes makes it suitable as a main or side dish for plant-based meals.
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- ½ green bell pepper
- 7 oz green beans trimmed
- 30 oz chickpeas 2 15-oz cans
- 1 tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot powder
- brown rice cooked, to serve
For the sweet and sour sauce
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ cup tamari
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Add the garlic to a non-stick frying pan and sauté for around 2 minutes. Then, add the green bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes. Add the green beans and sauté for around 3 minutes more, until softened.
- Meanwhile, prepare the sauce by stirring together the maple syrup, tamari, rice vinegar, tomato paste and water.
- Add the chickpeas, sauce and cornflour to the saucepan. Cook on a low-medium heat for around 5 minutes, until the sauce had thickened. Serve immediately with brown rice.
Notes
- Serve this dish with brown rice, quinoa, or couscous to complement the sweet and sour flavors.
- Optional garnishes include sesame seeds, crushed peanuts, or chopped cilantro for added texture and freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 445 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 445kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 82g | 27% |
| Protein | 21g | 42% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 57mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 912mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 19g | 76% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 520IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 15% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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