Herbed Chickpea Stew

Herbed Chickpea Stew is a comforting and nutritious dish that combines hearty chickpeas with aromatic herbs and vegetables. This vibrant stew is perfect as a side dish, offering a delightful blend of flavors that complement any meal.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Bell pepper - 1 small, diced
• Vegetable broth - 1 cup (240ml)
• Diced tomatoes - 1 cup (240g), canned or fresh
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh thyme - 1 teaspoon, chopped
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion, carrot, celery, and bell pepper; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the drained chickpeas, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
6. Stir in the chopped parsley, thyme, and lemon juice, and cook for another 5 minutes.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 240
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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