Moroccan Chickpea Stew

This Moroccan Chickpea Stew is a vibrant and hearty dish, bursting with fragrant spices and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a nourishing lunch, it offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures that transport you to the streets of Morocco.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 240 grams (canned or cooked)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, diced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Lemon - 1, juiced

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and red bell pepper, cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Add the diced zucchini and chopped tomato, stirring to combine.
5. Sprinkle in the cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, and turmeric, mixing well to coat the vegetables.
6. Pour in the vegetable broth and add the chickpeas, stirring to combine.
7. Bring the stew to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Let it cook for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
8. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as desired.
9. Before serving, stir in the lemon juice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber, promoting digestive health and aiding in weight management.

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