Description

Crockpot Chickpea Stew is a comforting dish that fills your home with a cozy aroma while offering a delightful blend of tender chickpeas and vibrant vegetables. Perfect for chilly evenings, this stew combines rich flavors and hearty textures, making it an ideal meal for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Easy to prepare in your slow cooker, it’s a nutritious option that allows for customization based on your preferences.

Ingredients

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2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
2 medium carrots, diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 cups kale or spinach, roughly chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare your veggies by washing and chopping them into bite-sized pieces.
In a pan over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant and translucent.
Add diced carrots and celery; cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
Combine all sautéed vegetables in the crockpot with chickpeas, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Stir in kale or spinach during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Serve hot with fresh lemon juice squeezed on top.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6–8 hours
Category: Main
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 360mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 37g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 0mg