Shrimp Flat Bread With Chickpea Puree and Cilantro Pesto

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 10
Shrimp Flat Bread with Chickpea Puree and Cilantro Pesto recipe
in Seafood

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 pieces flat bread
2 cups cooked chickpeas
3 garlic cloves
1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon pureed chipotle chile
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 cup olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup tahini
8 ounces goat cheese
1/4 - 1/2 cup cilantro pesto sauce
16 large grilled shrimp , serve while warm
1/2 cup diced red pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
546
Sugar
2g
Fat
19g
This dish includes shrimp, chickpeas, cilantro, and goat cheese, making it a unique and tasty meal. The flatbread adds a crunchy texture to complement the soft chickpea puree and succulent shrimp. Served warm, it's an inviting dish suitable for small gatherings and casual dinner parties. It can also be a perfect treat for lunch or dinner at home.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2.After grilling the shrimp, keep them warm in a covered pan until serving.
3.In a food processor, blend together chickpeas, tahini, garlic, red onion, lime juice, pureed chipotle chile, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
4.Cut goat cheese into small pieces, and spread an even layer of the cheese on each flatbread.
5.Bake the flatbread in the oven for 5–7 minutes until the cheese has melted.
6.Top the flatbread with chickpea puree, grilled shrimp, red pepper, and cilantro pesto sauce.
7.Serve immediately.

PROS

This recipe is easy to make, with a short prep time, and perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

The mix of spicy and sweet flavors blends perfectly.

Flatbread with chickpea puree and cilantro pesto is a healthy and low-calorie option.

CONS

The flatbread requires oven baking and cannot be fried.
Flatbread can also be a bit dry, requiring sauce or puree to add some moisture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Shrimp is high in protein, low in calories and is an excellent source of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids.
Chickpeas are an excellent source of protein and fiber, while also being low in fat.
Cilantro is a good source of antioxidants.

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