Description

Quick-braised celery and chickpeas is a delightful dish that transforms the often-overlooked celery into a star ingredient. This simple yet flavorful recipe features tender chickpeas braised with aromatic garlic and spices, creating a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether served warm as a hearty side or chilled in a refreshing salad, this dish is not only nutritious but also budget-friendly. With its rich combination of flavors, quick-braised celery and chickpeas will quickly become a favorite at family dinners or gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

200g chickpeas (soaked overnight)
1 head of celery
1 garlic bulb
1 potato (peeled and halved)
1/2 lemon (juiced and zested)
200ml olive oil
salt
pepper
1/4 tsp chilli flakes
1/2 tsp fennel seeds (pounded)

Instructions

Cook soaked chickpeas in a large saucepan with fresh water, garlic, sage, and potato for about 1.5 hours until tender.
Remove the sage, garlic bulb halves, and potato; mash the potato into the chickpeas and season with salt, pepper, and olive oil.
Prepare the celery by washing it thoroughly, chopping the stalks and leaves.
Sauté chopped garlic and darker celery leaves in olive oil until fragrant; add sliced celery and cook briefly.
Combine cooked chickpeas with sautéed celery; simmer for an additional 5–10 minutes.
Stir in lemon juice, zest, and pale celery leaves before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 90 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Braiding
Cuisine: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 295
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 250mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Soaking chickpeas overnight ensures even cooking. Adjust seasoning to your preference—taste as you go! For added flavor, experiment with different herbs like thyme or parsley.