Chickpea Asparagus And Corn Saute Recipes

SUPER-QUICK BROWN RICE WITH ASPARAGUS, CHICKPEAS, AND ALMONDS

Steps:

• Pop Trader Joe's frozen brown rice in the microwave, or make a batch of rice the traditional way.
• While rice is cooking, make the dressing by whisking together half of the chopped garlic, tahini, lemon zest, lemon juice, and 3 tbs. olive oil.
• Add the hot water to thin a bit, and then 2 teaspoons salt. Set aside.
• Add 3 tbs. olive oil to a big skillet over medium-high heat, swirling to coat the pan.
• Be sure the chickpeas are completely dry, or they'll spit at you during this next step!
• Add the chickpeas and a sprinkling of salt. Let the beans saute for a couple minutes, until they get a toasty little crust on them.
• Add remaining garlic and onions. Stir for a minute.
• Stir in the asparagus with another pinch or two of salt, then cover with a lid for a minute to steam until the asparagus softens a touch.
• Uncover and stir in the rice and almond slivers, reserving a few almonds for garnish.
• Adjust seasonings, adding more salt if needed.
• Serve family-style in a big bowl drizzled with a few tablespoons of the tahini dressing, letting each person add more dressing to their tastes.
• Watch as this magical concoction disappears before your eyes!

CORN AND CHICKPEA BOWLS WITH MISO TAHINI

Steps:

• Dressing:
• Purée jalapeños, ginger, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, tahini, miso, and 3 Tbsp. water in a blender until smooth. Season with salt.
• Do Ahead: Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.
• Assembly:
• Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium. Add garlic and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Mash garlic with a spoon and stir into oil. Add chickpeas and increase heat to medium-high. Cook, undisturbed, until golden brown and beginning to crisp underneath, about 3 minutes. Toss and continue to cook, tossing occasionally, until golden brown all over, about 2 minutes more. Add corn and 1 Tbsp. oil and cook, tossing, until corn kernels are golden around the edges and tender, 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle spice blend over and toss to coat. Season with salt.
• Combine lettuce, avocados, and tomatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle lightly with oil and toss to combine. Season with salt.
• Divide dressing among bowls and top with salad and chickpea mixture, then feta and some cilantro. Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over.

ASPARAGUS CHICKPEA SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the oil, vinegar, soy sauce, mustard powder, garlic powder, black pepper and thyme.
• Chop the asparagus diagonally into 2-3 cm pieces and add to bowl.
• Slice the corn from the cob and place into the bowl (can be fresh or cooked, or substitute thawed frozen corn if you can't get it on the cob).
• Dice the bell peppers and add to bowl.
• Ensure the chickpeas are well drained then add to the bowl.
• Gently combine all ingredients and serve.

ASPARAGUS AND CORN BAKE

Steps:

• Steam or microwave fresh asparagus until just tender; cut cooked or canned asparagus into 3 cm lengths.
• Trim crusts from bread, cut bread into 3-4cm squares.
• Place bread squares over base and sides of a 8 cup (2-litre) greased ovenproof dish.
• Sprinkle bread with half the cheese.
• Top with asparagus and shallots.
• Beat eggs in bowl; beat in corn, milk and mustard.
• Pour mixture over shallots; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
• Brush exposed bread edges with melted butter.
• Bake at 180c for about 50mins, or until just set in centre.
• Stand 5-10mins before cutting into squares.
• Serve warm, sprinkled with extra shallots.