Quick Mediterranean Chickpea Stew
This savory and aromatic Mediterranean chickpea stew, ready in just 30 minutes, combines the rich flavors of tomatoes, spices, and herbs with nourishing chickpeas and spinach. A perfect dish for a wholesome weeknight dinner!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin preferred
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 cans chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes 14 oz can
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon cumin ground
- 1 teaspoon paprika smoked
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 4 cups baby spinach roughly chopped
- 0.5 cup parsley fresh, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Add cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.
- Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
This stew is naturally vegan and gluten-free. Feel free to add more vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers to enhance the nutritional value. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days.