Vegan Slow Cooking Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans) with Brussels Sprouts and Rosemary

🌱 100% Plant-Based
Cook Time: 360-480 min Total Time: ~490 min Temperature: 200°F Protein: 15g per cooked cup Serves: 2 Diet: Vegan, Plant-Based

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked (164g), or one 15 oz can drained chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
  • 2 cups brussels sprouts, prepped
  • 1 teaspoon fresh minced rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari for umami
  • Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  1. Prep the protein: Canned: drain and rinse. Dried: soak overnight, boil 45-60 min.
  2. Season: Toss chickpeas (garbanzo beans) with 1 teaspoon fresh minced rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  3. Prep vegetables: Wash and cut brussels sprouts into even pieces for uniform cooking.
  4. Heat: Set to 200°F. Add 1 tablespoon oil.
  5. Cook protein: Add chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and cook for 360-480 minutes. In stews and curries, hold shape well
  6. Add vegetables: Add brussels sprouts and cook until tender-crisp, about 5-8 minutes.
  7. Season: Add early, needs time to release flavor. Taste and adjust salt and rosemary.
  8. Finish: Add optional soy sauce or lemon juice for brightness. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Highlights

  • Protein: 15g per cooked cup from chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
  • Fiber: High — from both chickpeas (garbanzo beans) and brussels sprouts
  • Diet: 100% plant-based, vegan, dairy-free
  • Category: Legumes

Tips for Best Results

  • In stews and curries, hold shape well
  • Rosemary tip: Add early, needs time to release flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the cooking surface — work in batches for crispy results.
  • For extra protein, serve over quinoa or brown rice.
  • Storage: leftovers keep 4 days refrigerated, reheat at 200°F.