{"id":30493,"date":"2020-05-01T14:07:32","date_gmt":"2020-05-01T19:07:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.slimmingeats.com\/blog\/?p=30493"},"modified":"2026-07-14T12:06:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T17:06:54","slug":"chickpea-vegetable-rice-pilaf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingeats.com\/blog\/chickpea-vegetable-rice-pilaf","title":{"rendered":"Chickpea Vegetable Pilaf Rice"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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This Chickpea Vegetable Rice Pilaf is a simple, flavour-packed side dish that's perfect when you want something a little more exciting than plain rice. Fluffy rice is cooked with vegetables, chickpeas and stock to create a delicious accompaniment to curries, grilled meats, stews and so much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The addition of chickpeas makes this pilaf extra satisfying, adding both texture and protein while keeping it easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients. It's just as delicious served as a side or enjoyed on its own as a light meal.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Calories in Chickpea Vegetable Rice Pilaf<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This recipe serves 4 and is\u00a0249 calories<\/strong>\u00a0per serving<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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See the recipe card for full nutritional estimation.<\/h4>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Ingredients Notes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To make this recipe you will need the following ingredients:<\/p>\n\n\n\n