Description
Crockpot Chickpea Stew is a heartwarming dish that brings together chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices in a deliciously thick broth. Perfect for busy days or cozy nights, this stew is not only easy to make but also packed with flavor and nutrition. Serve it as a main dish or alongside your favorite protein for a satisfying meal that warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) low-sodium chickpeas, rinsed
- 4 cups fresh baby spinach
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 medium sweet onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (preferably fire-roasted)
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Rinse the chickpeas under cold water. Chop the onion, carrots, celery, and garlic finely.
- 2. In a skillet over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Sauté the onions until translucent; add garlic for the last minute to avoid burning.
- 3. Transfer the sautéed veggies to a crockpot. Add chickpeas, diced tomatoes, spinach, carrots, celery, cumin, paprika, and vegetable broth.
- 4. Stir well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until everything is tender.
- 6. Check seasoning before serving; add lemon juice or fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg