Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLayla's FalafelSautéed Chickpea & Spinach Recipe

Sautéed Chickpea & Spinach Recipe

Inspired by Layla's Falafel
Time15m
Serves4

A delicious side dish.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chickpeas

    Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas, then set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Garlic

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Add Chickpeas

    Add the drained chickpeas to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are slightly crispy.

  4. 4

    Add Spinach

    Add the fresh spinach to the skillet. Cook for 2-3 minutes, until the spinach wilts down.

  5. 5

    Finish with Lemon

    Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice. Toss to combine and serve warm.

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