Chickpea and Vegetable Stir-Fry with Sesame-Ginger Dressing

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Elevate your dinner game with this mouthwatering chickpea and vegetable stir-fry! Packed with protein-rich chickpeas and vibrant mixed veggies, all tossed in a delectable sesame-ginger dressing 🍽️🥗. Quick to whip up and bursting with fresh flavors, this recipe is a delightful balance of textures and tastes. Serve it over your favorite rice or noodles for a satisfying meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious. Get ready to savor each bite! 🌟🍲

Ingredients:

For the Stir-Fry:

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 cups mixed vegetables (such as bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, snow peas), sliced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (e.g., sesame or olive oil)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Sesame-Ginger Dressing:

3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a hint of heat)

For Serving:

Cooked rice or noodles of your choice

Directions:

In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, honey or maple syrup, minced ginger, sesame seeds, and red pepper flakes (if using). Set aside.

Stir-Fry the Chickpeas and Vegetables:

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the pan.
Add the drained chickpeas to the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they are slightly browned. Remove the chickpeas from the pan and set them aside.
. In the same pan, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Add the minced garlic and minced ginger, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced mixed vegetables to the pan and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they’re slightly tender but still crisp.
Return the cooked chickpeas to the pan with the sautéed vegetables.
Pour the prepared sesame-ginger dressing over the chickpeas and vegetables in the pan. Toss everything together to coat with the dressing.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the chickpea and vegetable stir-fry over cooked rice or noodles of your choice. Drizzle any extra dressing over the top if desired.