Honey-Garlic Chickpeas and Vegetables

This Honey-Garlic Chickpeas and Vegetables meal comes together in just 30 minutes, making it an easy and healthy vegetarian dinner recipe that can easily be made vegan.

I originally shared this Honey Garlic Chickpeas and Vegetables dish as part of my 30-Minute Dinner Challenge, and it was a big hit with everyone! It’s one of those dinners that’s super easy to make but tastes impressive. It’s also great because you can use any vegetables on hand, so it’s good for cleaning the refrigerator.

This gluten-free recipe can easily be made vegan by substituting honey for maple syrup or any other sticky vegan sweetener alternative.

Why Your Body Will Love This Chickpea Dish

• Chickpeas are super(food!) – Chickpeas contain saponins, which help fight cancer, and calcium, iron, and other nutrients that contribute to bone health. Chickpeas help the brain and nervous system function properly and contain vitamins A, C, E, folate, and magnesium.
• Fiber – I love beans for many reasons, including their fiber content. The fiber in chickpeas helps digestion (including passing healthy bowel movements) and blood sugar regulation. It binds to toxins and carries them out of our system. Fiber also helps us feel full for longer, contributing to weight management.
• Antioxidants – Carrots boast antioxidant power. Antioxidants help neutralize harmful free radicals in the blood, and the lycopene in tomato sauce may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases, including heart disease and cancer.

Honey-Garlic Chickpea Ingredients

• Chickpeas – Chickpeas are my go-to legume when making Asian-inspired recipes. They have a great texture that holds up well and a mild taste that doesn’t overpower anything else in the dish. Tofu or tempeh are also great but require a little more cooking time.
• Vegetables – I love this recipe because you can use whatever veggies you have. It’s a great recipe if you need to clean out your vegetable drawers! I went pretty simple and used broccoli, carrots, and sugar snap peas. Ensure that whatever vegetables you use have a similar cooking time.
• Honey Garlic Sauce – The sauce is where it’s at! It’s sweet and savory, and full of honey and garlic. The other ingredients include water, soy sauce, sesame oil, and cornstarch. You can also add a bit of chili paste or sriracha for some extra heat.

How To Make This Honey-Garlic Vegetable Recipe

1. Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon olive oil, snap peas, carrots, and broccoli. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and cook until the vegetables begin to soften, about 10 minutes.
2. Make the honey garlic sauce while the vegetables are cooking. Add all sauce ingredients to a small bowl or jar and mix until combined.
3. Add the chickpeas to the vegetables, and then pour the sauce mixture over. Cook until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Make sure to stir often because honey can burn easily. Serve over rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice, or your favorite grain.

How To Serve Your Honey-Garlic Chickpeas and Veggies

You can really serve these any way you like! I like to serve this meal over jasmine or basmati rice; that’s what my kids love. You can also make brown rice, quinoa, faro, rice noodles, or pasta, or you can even enjoy this stir fry by itself.

Recipe Frequently Asked Questions

• Can I use maple syrup instead of honey? Absolutely! Just use the exact same amount.
• Can I use a store-bought stir-fry sauce instead? Yes! Just use your favorite kind and add however much you like.
• Can I use this recipe for meal prep? Totally! Portion it into your meal-prep containers and heat it in the microwave or stovetop when ready to eat.
• Can I use different kinds of vegetables? For sure! Use whatever vegetables you have on hand or whatever you like best.
• Can I use tofu instead of chickpeas? Yes, tofu would be great in this recipe. I suggest browning it a bit first.
• How long will leftovers last in the refrigerator? About 4-5 days in an airtight container.
• Is this recipe freezer-friendly? I haven’t frozen it myself, but I don’t see why not. I recommend freezing it in an airtight container for no longer than six months.

Looking for more Asian-inspired vegetarian recipes?

• Crispy Teriyaki Cauliflower
• Ginger Sesame Noodles with Vegetables
• Sticky Lemon Cauliflower
• Easy Sesame Noodles
• Teriyaki Tofu Bowls

Honey Garlic Chickpeas & Vegetables

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• Author: She Likes Food
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 4 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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Honey Garlic Chickpeas is a super quick and easy vegetarian dinner recipe that’s also so full of delicious flavor!

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Ingredients

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• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 cup diced snap peas
• 1 cup diced carrot
• 1 cup small broccoli florets
• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• Salt and pepper
• Rice to serve over, or your favorite grain or cauliflower rice

Honey Garlic Sauce

• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic, finely grated
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch

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Instructions

1. Heat a large pan over medium heat and add 1 tsp olive oil, snap peas, carrots and broccoli.  Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and cook until vegetables are beginning to soften, about 10 minutes.
2. Make the honey garlic sauce while the vegetables are cooking.  Add all sauce ingredients to a small bowl or jar and mix until combined.
3. Add the chickpeas to the vegetables and then pour the sauce mixture over.  Cook until sauce thickens and coats the back of a spoon.  Make sure to stir often because honey can burn easily.  Serve over rice, quinoa, cauliflower rice or your favorite grain.

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 15 mins
• Category: Dinner, Vegetarian
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Asian