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Moroccan Chickpea Stew


  • Author: islamerrick
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Warm, spiced, and soul-soothing—this Moroccan-inspired stew is packed with chickpeas, tender veggies, and aromatic spices like cinnamon, cumin, and paprika. Simmered to perfection and served over fluffy couscous, it’s a plant-based dish that comforts and excites in every spoonful.


Ingredients

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1 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 carrots, sliced

1 zucchini, chopped

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes

1 1/2 cups vegetable broth

1 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp paprika

1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

Salt & pepper to taste

1 cup couscous

Optional: fresh parsley or mint for garnish


Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.

Add carrots and zucchini, cook for 5 minutes.

Stir in chickpeas, tomatoes, broth, and spices. Bring to a boil, then simmer 20 minutes until veggies are tender.

Meanwhile, prepare couscous according to package instructions.

Serve stew over couscous. Garnish with parsley or mint if desired.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Category: Dinner

Nutrition

  • Calories: 360
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 12g