Revithada Chickpea Stew

Revithada is a traditional Greek chickpea stew that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a keto-friendly lunch. This easy-to-make dish combines tender chickpeas with aromatic herbs and spices for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 200 grams (dry)
• Water - 1.5 liters
• Olive oil - 4 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 small, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Bay leaves - 2
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - to taste
• Pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the dried chickpeas under cold water and soak them in a bowl of water overnight.
2. Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then place them in a large pot with 1.5 liters of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 1 hour until tender.
3. In another pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the tomato paste, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, and oregano. Cook for another 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
5. Add the cooked chickpeas to the vegetable mixture, season with salt and pepper to taste, and let simmer for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Remove bay leaves, stir in lemon juice, and adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve hot, drizzled with the remaining olive oil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
• Water: 1.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which support heart health and reduce inflammation.

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