Spiced Chickpea Stew (Gluten Free)

Spiced Chickpea Stew – chunky, saucy, flavorful, and full of healthy plant based protein, this stew couldn’t be easier to make and it’s so darn yummy! Naturally vegan and gluten free. Serve it with a side of rice for a complete meal. The perfect warming weeknight dish.

Proving yet again that healthy plant based food can be incredibly delicious!

This recipe has it all – texture, flavor, color. It’s comforting and filling. And it’s all done in less than 30 minutes!

Put Spiced Chickpea Stew on your menu this week – you won’t regret it!

Chickpeas for Dinner

Chickpeas, also known as garbanzo beans, are an incredibly versatile ingredient.

Chickpeas are the main component of hummus and I even use them in desserts, like my reader favorite Cinnamon Chickpea Blondies and my seasonal Pumpkin Fudge Brownies.

But more often, we eat chickpeas for dinner. I tend to use canned chickpeas, mostly, because they are convenient. They are perfect in this Roasted Veggie and Brown Rice Bowl, this Falafel Burger, and this Slow Cooker Red Lentil Stew.

Chickpeas with rice is a natural combination. Together they make a complete protein. Both take on other flavors well so I like to add bold spices. I pair them up in my quick and easy Thai Green Curry Vegetables and now in this Spiced Chickpea Stew.

Healthy Ingredients

Most of these ingredients you probably have in your pantry and fridge already. You’ll be ready to make this easy chickpea stew in no time!

Chickpeas – folate, fiber, protein, iron, zinc and more

Tomatoes – vitamin C, vitamin K, biotin, potassium, vitamin A, B vitamins and more

Carrots – vitamin A, vitamin K, fiber, B vitamins, copper, folate, vitamin E and more

Turmeric – has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties

Cumin – aids digestion, rich in iron and antioxidants

Chili Powder – anti-inflammatory, fights free radicals, clears congestion, boosts immunity

Quick and Easy – a 30 Minute Meal

This is seriously one of the easiest recipes on this blog. And one of the most delicious too!

It will take you less than 30 minutes start to finish. And if you have leftovers** – congratulations because it’s just as fantastic, if not more, the next day.

I like to use quick-cook rice to pair it with. Personally, I love the Quick-Cook Brown Basmati Rice from Trader Joe’s. It cooks up perfectly fluffy every time and only takes 10-12 minutes.

How to Make Spiced Chickpea Stew

• Chop onion and carrots
• Sauté veggies
• Add spices, chickpeas, broth and tomatoes
• Simmer
• Garnish with fresh cilantro
• Serve with rice

So easy!

Spiced Chickpea Stew

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Spiced Chickpea Stew

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

30 mins

 

Spiced Chickpea Stew - chunky, saucy, flavorful, and full of healthy plant based protein, this stew couldn't be easier to make and it's so darn yummy! Naturally vegan and gluten free. Serve it with a side of rice for a complete meal. The perfect warming weeknight dish.

Course: Entree

Cuisine: dairy free, gluten free, nut free, oil free, soy free, vegan

Keyword: easy chickpea recipes, easy dinner recipes for family, easy vegan dinner recipes

Servings: 4

Calories: 331 kcal

Author: Jenn S.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup low-sodium vegetable broth (divided into 1/4 cup + 1/2 cup)
• 1 yellow onion (diced)
• 3 carrots (peeled and chopped)
• 1 1/2 tsp turmeric
• 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 15 cans chickpeas (drained and rinsed) (or 3 cups cooked chickpeas)
• 15 oz can diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp Himalayan pink salt (or to taste)
• squeeze of fresh lime juice
• fresh cilantro (for garnish)
• 1 cup Quick-Cook Brown Basmati Rice (or rice of choice) (for serving)

Instructions

1. Sauté the diced onion in 1/4 vegetable broth until translucent - about 5-7 minutes.

2. Add the carrots, turmeric, chili powder, cumin, and cinnamon. Stir and sauté for 1-2 minutes.

3. Add the remaining 1/2 cup vegetable broth, chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and salt. Simmer for 15 minutes.

4. While the chickpea stew is simmering - make your Quick-Cook Brown Basmati Rice* according to package directions.

5. When chickpeas stew is done, take off heat and add a squeeze of fresh lime juice and chopped fresh cilantro. Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary.

6. Serve the chickpea stew over rice.

Recipe Notes

*Quick-Cook Brown Basmati Rice takes just 10-12 minutes. If you use regular rice, not quick cook, be sure to check the package directions and start your rice in enough time before the chickpea stew so it's all done at the same time. 

**If you have leftovers, the sauce will thicken as it sits in the fridge. You may want to add a extra splash of vegetable broth before reheating.

 

 

Nutrition Facts

Spiced Chickpea Stew

Amount Per Serving

Calories 331 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 3g 5%

Sodium 343mg 14%

Potassium 556mg 16%

Total Carbohydrates 62g 21%

Dietary Fiber 12g 48%

Sugars 9g

Protein 14g 28%

Vitamin A 172%

Vitamin C 22%

Calcium 16%

Iron 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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