Mediterranean Pantry Supper

Transform your weeknight dinner with this vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean Pantry Supper, a quick and easy recipe that's perfect for busy days. Packed with wholesome ingredients like protein-rich chickpeas, briny kalamata olives, tangy capers, and nutrient-dense baby spinach, this one-skillet dish comes together in just 30 minutes. Sautéed onions and garlic form a fragrant base, while dried oregano, thyme, and optional red pepper flakes add bold, aromatic Mediterranean flair. Finished with creamy crumbles of feta cheese and a splash of fresh lemon juice, this comforting meal pairs beautifully with fluffy cooked rice or crusty rustic bread for dipping. Using mostly pantry staples, this recipe is a lifesaver when you need a healthy, satisfying dinner in no time. Perfect for fans of Mediterranean flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 medium onion
• 1 15-ounce can canned chickpeas
• 1 15-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives
• 1 tablespoon capers
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 cups baby spinach
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cups cooked rice or rustic bread (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Finely mince the garlic and dice the onion. Add both to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas. Add them to the skillet along with the canned diced tomatoes (including their liquid). Stir to combine.

Step 4

Roughly chop the kalamata olives and add them to the skillet along with the capers, dried oregano, dried thyme, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well.

Step 5

Season with salt and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer over medium-low heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld together.

Step 6

Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat. Sprinkle the feta cheese over the dish and drizzle with lemon juice for a fresh, tangy finish.

Step 8

Serve hot over cooked rice or with rustic bread on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1743.6 grams (1743.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1939

Total Fat 95.10g	122%
Saturated Fat 22.40g	112%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.70g
Cholesterol 75mg	25%
Sodium 5535mg	241%
Total Carbohydrate 222.80g	81%
Dietary Fiber 38.50g	138%
Total Sugars 30.90g
Protein 47.90g	96%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 945mg	73%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 2048mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.1%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 46.0%