Chickpea Seafood Stew

This Chickpea Seafood Stew is a hearty and flavorful vegan twist on traditional Greek seafood dishes, combining protein-rich chickpeas with aromatic herbs and spices. It's a comforting bowl of Mediterranean goodness that's perfect for any time of year.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 400 grams (canned or cooked)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Vegetable broth - 500 milliliters
• Fresh dill - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Sea salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Seaweed flakes (nori or dulse) - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, celery, and carrot. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
2. Add the red bell pepper and zucchini to the pot and continue to sauté for another 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, chickpeas, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
4. Reduce the heat to low and let the stew cook uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
5. Once the vegetables are tender, add the fresh dill, parsley, lemon juice, and seaweed flakes. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 400 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 from chickpeas, promoting muscle health.
• High in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting satiety.

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