Spinach with Chickpeas and Fresh Dill

Fresh spinach braised with onion, olive oil, chickpeas and chopped dill gets a splash of lemon juice to bring out the bright flavors of this side dish. Serve with rice for a vegetarian main dish.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 142 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 lemons, juiced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 1 pound spinach
• 1.5 cups canned chickpeas, drained
• 0.5 cup minced fresh dill weed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, and saute until soft. Add chickpeas, and toss to coat in oil.

Step 2

Clean spinach well and cut away thick stems; add undrained spinach and dill to skillet, and cook until spinach is tender.

Step 3

Stir in lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.