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Close-up handheld shot of golden Mediterranean Rice and Beans with charred chickpeas and red onion slivers. (Mediterranean Rice and Beans)

Mediterranean Rice and Beans: The Ultimate One-Pot Turmeric Dish

A vibrant, one-pot Mediterranean Rice and Beans recipe featuring turmeric-stained fluffy rice and charred chickpeas. This vegan-friendly meal is topped with fresh herbs, red onion, and lemon for a healthy, high-protein dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 2 cups (370g) Long-grain rice Basmati or Jasmine
  • 1 can (425g) Chickpeas Drained, rinsed, and dried
  • 1 tsp (5ml) Turmeric powder
  • 3.5 cups (830ml) Vegetable broth Low sodium
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) Extra virgin olive oil Divided
  • 1/2 cup (15g) Flat-leaf parsley Finely chopped
  • 1/2 small Red onion Thinly sliced
  • 2 Lemon wedges For serving
  • 1/2 tsp Red chili flakes

Equipment

  • 1 Large Ceramic Skillet A heavy-bottomed pan ensures even cooking.
  • 1 Fine-mesh Sieve For rinsing the rice.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Sauté dried chickpeas in olive oil over medium-high heat until blistered and browned, about 4 minutes.
  2. Add rice and turmeric to the pan. Stir for 2 minutes until rice is toasted and yellow.
  3. Add broth, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low for 15-18 minutes.
  4. Fluff rice and top with parsley, red onion slivers, chili flakes, lemon, and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Rinse your rice thoroughly to ensure it stays fluffy.
Make sure the chickpeas are completely dry before sautéing to get that golden char.