Chickpea and Spinach Vegan Stew Recipe
When you want comfort but still need to fit in your jeans, this stew says, “Let me handle it, sweetheart.”
Packed with chickpeas that know how to hold their own and spinach that’s basically leafy green royalty, this is your bowl of power.
It’s warm, hearty, and low-key nourishing enough to make your chakras do jazz hands.
Great for weeknights, bad moods, or impressing that one yoga friend who judges your snacks.
Plus, it’s one-pot magic—because doing dishes is not our ministry.
Spoon it up, sass it up, and serve with bread like the plant-based goddess you are.
Chickpea and Spinach Vegan Stew Recipe
A cozy, protein-rich vegan stew made with tender chickpeas, spinach, and bold spices simmered into a flavorful, soul-hugging broth.
Ingredients
Method
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes—don’t burn it, we’re not monsters.
- Toss in garlic, cumin, paprika, and red pepper; cook until fragrant and sassy.
- Stir in chickpeas, tomatoes, and broth. Bring to a gentle boil while contemplating your life choices.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes so the flavors get to gossip.
- Add spinach and cook until wilted—about 3 minutes. Stir like you mean it.
- Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Garnish with parsley like a classy show-off.
- Serve hot with crusty bread or judgment-free seconds.
Notes
📊 Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 285
- Total Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
💊 Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 20%
- Folate: 26%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Magnesium: 12%
- Potassium: 14%
💡 Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add a pinch of cinnamon for an earthy hug in a bowl.
- Stir in coconut milk for creamy drama.
- Use fresh lemon zest to brighten it up like a glow filter.
- Swap spinach with kale if you’re feeling bold and fibrous.
- Leftovers taste even better—just like you after a good nap.
