Low Carb Hearty Chickpea Stew

Warm up with a comforting bowl of Low Carb Hearty Chickpea Stew, a nutrient-packed recipe bursting with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. This veggie-forward dish combines tender chickpeas, fresh spinach, and a medley of colorful vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and red bell peppers, all simmered in a flavorful broth infused with cumin, coriander, and paprika. Perfect for meal prep or a cozy weeknight dinner, this one-pot stew is low-carb, satisfying, and ready in just 50 minutes. A final touch of fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon juice bring brightness to every bite, making it both hearty and healthy. Ideal for vegetarians and anyone seeking a delicious plant-based meal, this stew is a must-add to your dinner rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 1 medium carrot, diced
• 1 15-ounce can canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes with their juice
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups fresh spinach
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add chopped celery, red bell pepper, zucchini, and carrot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Add the rinsed chickpeas, vegetable broth, and diced tomatoes with their juice to the pot.

Step 6

Stir in ground cumin, coriander, paprika, black pepper, and salt.

Step 7

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors are well combined.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the stew from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.

Step 10

Serve hot and enjoy your low-carb hearty chickpea stew.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2290.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	653.4

Total Fat 32.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2668.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.4g	0%
Total Sugars 35.6g
Protein 16.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 518.6mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 4030.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.4%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 46.9%