This quick and easy meal makes a satisfying lunch or forego the toast altogether and serve on a bed of whole grains... for a cozy dinner. Made with mostly pantry staples, it’s a weeknight homerun. Be sure to use hearty greens here: chard or kale are preferred, but spinach will work in a pinch.

How To Make Garlic Chickpea Salad

You can whip this simple dish in a matter of minutes. Here’s how.

First off, heat the olive oil and sauté the shallot in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the shallot is translucent, add garlic and cook for another minute.

Next, mix in your greens, chickpeas, red pepper flakes. Cook for about 2-3 minutes, stirring often. When you see the greens wilt, you’ll know it’s ready.

Have a little taste and add seasonings if needed.

Serve on toast. We recommend french baguette or einkorn sourdough bread.

Why jovial Chickpeas?

Chickpeas (AKA garbanzo beans) are a delicious way to add some plant-based protein to a dish. At jovial, we pack our organic chickpeas in glass jars with no additives or preservatives, just a touch of Sicilian sea salt. Our hands-on cooking process produces a firm and delicious bean that isn’t starchy. Shop now for 100% Organic Chickpeas.

Garlic Vegan Chickpea Salad or Chickpea Toast