Pantry Party Bites—Snack for 6

Pantry Party Bites are a quick, Mediterranean-American fusion snack made from staple pantry items. These flavorful bites combine ingredients like canned chickpeas, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes with spices and herbs for a satisfying, healthy treat perfect for any time of day.

Meal Type

Snack

Cuisine

Mediterranean American Fusion

Servings

6

Food Stars

Health

Variations

Diets

Variations

You Need This Stuff

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup pitted olives, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Do This With That Stuff

  1. Drain and rinse 1 can of chickpeas using a colander or strainer
  2. Chop 1/2 cup pitted olives, 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1/4 cup red onion, and 1/4 cup fresh parsley on a cutting board using a chef’s knife
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, chopped olives, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, and parsley
  4. Add 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder to the mixing bowl
  5. Using a measuring spoon set, add salt and pepper to taste
  6. Mix all ingredients thoroughly with a wooden spoon until well combined
  7. Serve the Pantry Party Bites in small bowls or plates for six servings

Obvious and Not So Obvious Variations and Pairings

Do This With That Stuff

  1. Drain and rinse 1 can of chickpeas using a colander or strainer
  2. Chop 1/2 cup pitted olives, 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, 1/4 cup red onion, and 1/4 cup fresh parsley on a cutting board using a chef’s knife
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, chopped olives, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, and parsley
  4. Add 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp garlic powder to the mixing bowl
  5. Using a measuring spoon set, add salt and pepper to taste
  6. Mix all ingredients thoroughly with a wooden spoon until well combined
  7. Serve the Pantry Party Bites in small bowls or plates for six servings
🍸 Alcoholic
  • Sauvignon Blanc: The crisp acidity and citrus notes complement the lemon juice and Mediterranean flavors in the dish
  • Rosé: The light, fruity character of the wine balances the bold flavors of olives, sun-dried tomatoes, and spices
  • Belgian Witbier: The beer’s light body and hints of citrus and spice pair well with the dish’s Mediterranean ingredients
🥤 Non Alcoholic
  • Sparkling Lemonade: The effervescence and citrus notes complement the lemon juice and Mediterranean flavors in the dish
  • Mint Iced Tea: The cooling mint flavor balances the spices and richness of the ingredients
  • Pomegranate Spritzer: The fruity and tangy pomegranate flavor enhances the overall taste profile of the Pantry Party Bites
IMPORTANT NOTE: Artificial Intelligence created this—this means the following may or may not be correct or accurate. If following a specific diet is critical to your health and well-being due to ailments or health conditions, please consult your doctor before trying any of these variations.

🥓 Keto
  • Replace chickpeas with 1 cup cauliflower florets, chopped
  • Replace sun-dried tomatoes with 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • Increase olives to 3/4 cup pitted olives, chopped
  • Add 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
🍆 Mediterranean
  • Replace chickpeas with 1 can white beans, drained and rinsed
  • Add 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Replace smoked paprika with 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
🥑 Paleo
  • Replace chickpeas with 1 cup cauliflower florets, chopped
  • Replace sun-dried tomatoes with 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
🐟 Pescatarian
  • Add 1 can of tuna, drained
  • Add 1/4 cup capers
🌱 Vegan
  • No changes needed.
🥦 Vegetarian
  • No changes needed, as the recipe is already vegetarian friendly.
🥩 Whole30
  • Replace chickpeas with 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • Replace sun-dried tomatoes with 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
IMPORTANT NOTE: Artificial Intelligence created this—this means the following may or may not be correct or accurate. If following a specific diet is critical to your health and well-being due to ailments or health conditions, please consult your doctor before trying any of these variations.

🧠 Brain Health
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped almonds
  • Replace sun-dried tomatoes with 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
  • Increase fresh parsley to 1/2 cup
  • Add 1 tbsp ground flaxseed
🌾 Celiac Disease
  • No changes needed
💩 Crohns Disease
  • Remove red onion
  • Remove garlic powder
  • Replace sun-dried tomatoes with 1/2 cup roasted red bell peppers, chopped
  • Decrease lemon juice to 1/2 tbsp
🩸 Diabetes
  • Replace sun-dried tomatoes with 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped almonds
🍞 Gluten Intolerance
  • No changes needed
🫀 Heart Disease
  • Decrease olive oil to 1 tbsp
  • Replace salt with a pinch of salt substitute
❤️ Heart Health
  • Decrease olive oil to 1 tbsp
  • Replace 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes with 1/2 cup fresh cherry tomatoes, chopped
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
🧂 High Blood Pressure
  • Remove salt
  • Replace 1/2 cup pitted olives with 1/2 cup low-sodium olives
  • Replace 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes with 1/2 cup fresh cherry tomatoes, chopped
🍔 High Cholesterol
  • Replace 1 can chickpeas with 1 can white beans
  • Decrease olive oil to 1 tbsp
  • Increase lemon juice to 2 tbsp
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped avocado
🦠 Immune System
  • Add 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
  • Add 1/4 cup chopped almonds
  • Replace 1/4 tsp garlic powder with 2 cloves minced fresh garlic
  • Add 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
🚽 Irritable Bowel Syndrome
  • Replace red onion with 1/4 cup green onion tops, chopped
  • Replace 1/4 tsp garlic powder with 1/8 tsp asafoetida powder
  • Decrease the ground cumin to 1/2 tsp
  • Increase the fresh parsley to 1/2 cup, chopped
💧 Kidney Disease
  • Replace chickpeas with 1 cup cooked barley
  • Decrease olives to 1/4 cup
  • Decrease sun-dried tomatoes to 1/4 cup
  • Replace red onion with 1/4 cup green onion, finely diced
  • Omit salt
🐄 Lactose Intolerance
  • No changes are necessary for lactose intolerance
  • The recipe is already lactose-free
🍺 Liver Disease
  • Decrease olive oil to 1 tbsp
  • Remove ground cumin
  • Remove smoked paprika
  • Remove garlic powder
  • Replace salt with a pinch of potassium chloride
🤰 Pregnancy
  • No changes needed

Beti’s Reflections

It all started on a lazy Sunday afternoon when I was craving a taste of the Mediterranean, but my pantry seemed to be filled with nothing but American staples. That’s when inspiration struck, and I decided to create a fusion snack that would satisfy my taste buds and make use of what I had on hand. Thus, the Pantry Party Bites were born!

This easy vegan party snack serves six people and is perfect for those who are looking for a healthy Mediterranean finger food option. It’s also gluten-free, so it caters to various dietary restrictions.

The magic of this Mediterranean Chickpea Recipe lies in its simple yet flavorful ingredients: chickpeas, olives, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, fresh parsley, olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. The combination of these pantry staples creates an irresistible Sun-Dried Tomato Olive Appetizer that bursts with zesty flavors and textures.

To make these delightful Chickpea Olive Salad bites, start by draining and rinsing one can of chickpeas. Next up is the chopping party – pitted olives, sun-dried tomatoes, red onion, and fresh parsley all need to be finely chopped. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas with your freshly chopped ingredients. Add olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin smoked paprika and garlic powder to the mix. Season with salt and pepper to taste before giving everything a good stir until well combined. Voila! Your Pantry Party Bites are ready to be served in small bowls or plates.

In just a few simple steps you’ve whipped up some scrumptious Pantry Party Bites that will transport you straight to the Mediterranean coast without leaving your kitchen! These easy pantry snacks are perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying solo as you daydream about your next culinary adventure. So go ahead – dive into these healthy Mediterranean bites and let your taste buds set sail!

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