Spicy Chickpea Tagine

Transport your taste buds to North Africa with this delicious Spicy Chickpea Tagine—a hearty, plant-based stew bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors. This comforting dish combines protein-packed chickpeas, tender vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and red bell pepper, and sweet pops of dried apricots, all simmered in a fragrant tomato-based sauce infused with warming spices like cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric. A hint of harissa paste adds just the right amount of heat, while fresh cilantro and a splash of lemon juice brighten the finished dish. Ready in under an hour and perfect for meal prep, this vegan tagine pairs beautifully with fluffy couscous or crusty bread for an easy weeknight dinner or a flavorful addition to your next gathering.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon harissa paste
• 2 15-ounce cans canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 large carrot, sliced into rounds
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 0.5 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or tagine over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the cumin, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, and harissa paste. Stir well to coat the aromatics in the spices.

Step 5

Add the chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Add the carrot, red bell pepper, zucchini, and dried apricots. Stir to incorporate.

Step 8

Simmer the tagine for an additional 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded.

Step 9

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 10

Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 11

Serve hot with couscous, rice, or crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2592.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1977.6

Total Fat 53.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6607.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 323.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 80.0g	0%
Total Sugars 116.6g
Protein 77.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 720.5mg	0%
Iron 30.5mg	0%
Potassium 5934.4mg	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: 23.2%

Protein: 14.8%

Carbs: 62.0%