Lebanese Chickpea Stew

This Lebanese Chickpea Stew is a hearty and flavorful baked dish that combines protein-rich chickpeas with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a comforting meal, it's both gluten-free and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 400 grams, drained and rinsed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 large, diced
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
5. Add the diced carrot and red bell pepper, cooking for 5-7 minutes until softened.
6. Mix in the diced tomato, vegetable broth, chickpeas, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
7. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then remove from heat.
8. Cover the skillet with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer it to the preheated oven.
9. Bake for 25 minutes, then remove from the oven and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.
10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

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

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