Spiced Chickpeas with Dates and Almonds

A gently sweet, savory dish for slow lunches or cozy evenings.

There’s something timeless about chickpeas simmered in gentle spices. This dish leans on golden turmeric, soft notes of cinnamon, and the quiet sweetness of dates to build warmth from simple ingredients. It’s hearty without being heavy, spiced without being loud—and perfect for when you want real food with steady flavor.

Soft chickpeas, a handful of chopped dates, and a crunch of almonds come together in one pan. It’s the kind of recipe that welcomes a pause: no rushing, just layering flavors, one at a time.

To make this part of your daily rhythm, simply stir in SFG Gut Supplement just before serving. It blends well into warm (not hot) dishes, and this one gives you the perfect moment to do that.

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 small red onion, finely sliced
• 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 6–8 soft dates, pitted and roughly chopped
• 1 tablespoon tomato purée
• 100ml water
• A small handful of toasted almonds, roughly chopped
• Salt to taste
• Optional: lemon zest or fresh herbs to finish
• 1 scoop SFG Gut Supplement (added after serving; ½ scoop per bowl)

How to Make It

1. Start with the aromatics
   Warm the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and a pinch of salt. Cook gently until soft and lightly golden—about 5–6 minutes. Add the garlic and stir for another minute.
2. Add the spices
   Stir in turmeric and cinnamon. Let them bloom in the oil for 30 seconds until fragrant, coating the onions evenly.
3. Chickpeas and dates go in
   Add the chickpeas, chopped dates, tomato purée, and water. Stir everything together and bring to a low simmer.
4. Let it simmer
   Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes on low heat, letting the flavors meld. Uncover for the last few minutes if you want a thicker texture.
5. Finish and serve
   Taste and adjust salt if needed. Spoon into bowls, top with chopped toasted almonds, and if you like, a little lemon zest or a few herb leaves.
6. Add your SFG scoop
   Once the dish is warm (not hot), stir ½ scoop of SFG Gut Supplement into each individual bowl. It blends easily and doesn’t change the texture or flavor.

Remember: Only stir in the supplement after cooking and cooling slightly.

A Dish to Come Back To

This chickpea dish walks the line between savory and sweet. The cinnamon and dates bring a mellow richness, while the chickpeas ground everything with substance. It pairs well with warm flatbreads, spooned over couscous, or served just as it is.

It’s also a great canvas for flexibility:

• Add spinach or kale toward the end
• Use cashews or hazelnuts instead of almonds
• Swap tomato purée for a splash of passata or roasted pepper paste

However you make it, it welcomes your rhythm—and your SFG scoop—with ease.