A vegetarian twist on the famous “Marry Me” dish—tender chickpeas simmered in a rich, creamy garlic sun-dried tomato sauce. It’s so good, it might just win hearts 💍
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
- 2 cups chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained & rinsed)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for vegan)
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper (to taste)
Optional:
- 1/2 cup spinach
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan (or vegan alternative)
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Sauté base
- Heat oil in a pan
- Add garlic → sauté 30 seconds
- Add sun-dried tomatoes → cook 1–2 minutes
2. Build sauce
- Pour in broth + cream
- Add oregano, paprika, chili flakes
- Simmer for 3–5 minutes
3. Add chickpeas
- Stir in chickpeas
- Cook for 5–7 minutes until sauce thickens
4. Finish
- Add spinach (if using) → wilt
- Stir in parmesan
- Adjust seasoning
💡 Tips for Best Flavor
- Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for richer taste
- Simmer gently for creamy texture
- Add a splash of pasta water if too thick
- Fresh garlic makes a big difference
🍽️ Serve With
- Pasta 🍝
- Rice 🍚
- Crusty bread 🥖
- Mashed potatoes 🥔
🔥 Variations
- Vegan: Use coconut cream + skip cheese
- Protein Boost: Add tofu or chicken
- Spicy: Add extra chili flakes
- Low-Cal: Use light cream or milk
⚖️ Approx Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~300–400
- Protein: ~12–15g
- Carbs: ~25–30g
- Fat: ~15–20g
🧮 WW (Weight Watchers) Points (Approx)
- 5–7 points per serving
👉 Lower points:
- Use light cream
- Reduce oil
❓ FAQs
Why is it called “Marry Me”?
Because it’s so delicious, it’s said to be proposal-worthy 😄
Can I make ahead?
Yes—stores well for 3 days.
Can I freeze it?
Yes, but cream texture may change slightly.