Spicy Chickpea Delight: Zesty Red Chilly Medley Ingredients: - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed - 2 tablespoons olive oil - 1 medium onion, finely chopped - 3 cloves garlic, minced - 1 red bell pepper, diced - 1 green bell pepper, diced - 1-2 red chilies, sliced (adjust according to spice preference) - 1 teaspoon ground cumin - 1 teaspoon ground coriander - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika - ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat) - Salt and black pepper to taste - Juice of 1 lime - Fresh cilantro for garnish Instructions: 1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent, about 5 minutes. 2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant. 3. Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers and sliced red chilies. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the peppers soften. 4. Add the drained chickpeas to the skillet and stir well to combine. 5. Sprinkle in the ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the chickpeas and vegetables evenly with the spices. 6. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are heated through and the spices are well blended. 7. Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture and stir well. 8. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Nutrition Value (per serving, recipe serves 4): - Calories: 220 - Protein: 10g - Fat: 9g - Carbohydrates: 30g - Fiber: 8g - Sugars: 4g - Sodium: 200mg Enjoy your Spicy Chickpea Delight as a tasty and nutritious meal or side dish!