“Marry Me” Chickpeas and Tofu

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"Marry Me" Chickpeas and Tofu

So named because anyone who eats it will say "marry me!" Creamy tomato goodness with protein-packed chickpeas and tofu - what could be better?
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 512 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Large frying pan/deep skillet pan

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • 1 cup extra firm tofu diced
  • 3 cloves garlic pressed
  • 1 yellow or white onion finely chopped
  • ½ cup sun dried tomatoes chopped
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 1 15-oz cans chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • ½ cup parmesan cheese grated
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large pan over medium-low heat. Add the tofu to pan in one layer and let cook for approx. 3 minutes without stirring. Stir and let sit again in one layer for 3 minutes without stirring. Continue two more times until pieces are golden brown. Pour into separate bowl and sit aside.
  • Add the other 1 tablespoon of oil into the pan. Add onions and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, chickpeas, oregano, and red chili flakes. Cook for 2 minutes.Add tofu back into pan and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add broth, tomato paste, cream and spinach and stir. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for approx. 5 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  • Remove from heat and stir in parmesan cheese.
  • See below for recommended sides and serving suggestions to make a complete meal.

Notes

Recommended sides and serving suggestions:
Be sure to add these sides to your Collection to add them to your shopping list with this recipe. 
I recommend eating this soup with a side of bread and/or salad. 
Bread
Side Salad
 
Original recipe:
This recipe was inspired by Marry Me Chickpeas from Nora Cooks.

Nutrition

Calories: 512kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 19gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 590mgPotassium: 1036mgFiber: 8gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 2842IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 285mgIron: 5mg

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