Garbanzo Bean Medley

Name: Garbanzo Bean Medley
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 1 small zucchini, cubed; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional; 1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

I'm a vegetarian looking for tasty dishes without meat. This Italian bean recipe is fast, flavorful and filling. I serve it as a side dish, but it's good as a main course as well. Sprinkle feta cheese on top for a change of pace.

Ingredients

1 small zucchini, cubed
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a small skillet, saute zucchini in oil until tender. Add garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Stir in the garbanzo beans, tomatoes, Italian seasoning and pepper flakes if desired; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 157 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 4mg cholesterol, 354mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 6g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 vegetable.

Originally published as Zippy Zucchini with Tomatoes in Quick Cooking July/August 2005