Chickpea and Spinach Stew

This Chickpea and Spinach Stew is a vibrant and hearty Moroccan-inspired dish, packed with flavor and nutrition. The combination of spices, chickpeas, and fresh spinach creates a comforting meal perfect for any evening.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Chickpeas - 400 grams (canned, drained and rinsed)
• Vegetable broth - 400 ml
• Fresh spinach - 150 grams, roughly chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and red bell pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Add the ground cumin, coriander, paprika, and cinnamon, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly.
5. Add the drained chickpeas and vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for another 5 minutes until wilted.
8. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber from chickpeas, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from spinach and vegetables, supporting overall health.

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