Spanish-Style Marinated Chickpeas with Capers and Red Pepper

Portions:4
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
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Equipment

  • medium serving bowl,

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped Vidalia onion
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon capers nonpareil preferred, rinsed and drained
  • 1 garlic clove finely chopped
  • 2 cups drained cooked or canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • Kosher or sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 large hard-boiled egg yolk finely chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • In a medium serving bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, finely chopped Vidalia onion, finely chopped red bell pepper, finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, red wine vinegar, capers, and finely chopped garlic.
  • Stir in the drained and rinsed chickpeas into the dressing mixture until well coated.
  • Season with kosher or sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Let the marinated chickpeas sit at room temperature for 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Before serving, sprinkle the finely chopped hard-boiled egg yolk over the marinated chickpeas.
  • Serve at room temperature and enjoy the flavorful Spanish twist on this Marinated Chickpeas with Capers and Red Pepper dish!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:

A light and fruity Spanish Rosé or a crisp Albariño would complement this dish nicely.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 280 kcal | Carbohydrates: 22 g | Protein: 7 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 6 g | Sugar: 2 g
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Cuisine Spain
Diets Vegetarian