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This Spicy Lentil and Chickpea Stew is a hearty, flavorful dish that warms you up on a chilly night. Packed with protein and vibrant greens, it's a healthy choice for a satisfying midnight meal.

Ingredients

• Green lentils - 100 grams
• Canned chickpeas - 240 grams (drained and rinsed)
• Fresh spinach - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium (chopped)
• Garlic - 3 cloves (minced)
• Carrot - 1 medium (diced)
• Celery - 1 stalk (diced)
• Diced tomatoes - 400 grams (canned)
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (adjust to taste)
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the green lentils under cold water and set aside.
2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, diced carrot, and diced celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the rinsed lentils, canned chickpeas, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil.
5. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 20 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
6. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook for another 2-3 minutes until wilted.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 18 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein, aiding muscle repair and growth.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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