Greek Chickpea Stew

Warm up your soul with this hearty and flavorful Greek Chickpea Stew! Packed with tender chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and aromatic Mediterranean spices like oregano, thyme, and cumin, this one-pot marvel strikes the perfect balance of comfort and nutrition. Simmered in a rich tomato and vegetable broth, the stew is brightened with a splash of zesty lemon juice and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a refreshing finish. Ready in under an hour with just 15 minutes of prep, this vegan and gluten-free dish is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve it with crusty bread or over fluffy rice for a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s as easy as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of healthy Mediterranean cuisine, this Greek Chickpea Stew will soon become a new family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 2 medium, diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 2 15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
• 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup, chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrots, and diced celery. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Drop in the bay leaves and stir in the oregano, thyme, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, until the flavors meld and the vegetables are tender.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaves and stir in the chopped parsley and lemon juice.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. Serve the stew hot, optionally with crusty bread or over rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2550.2 grams (2550.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1799

Total Fat 76.00g	97%
Saturated Fat 12.90g	65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.40g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 6649mg	289%
Total Carbohydrate 228.70g	83%
Dietary Fiber 58.50g	209%
Total Sugars 58.90g
Protein 60.20g	120%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 627mg	48%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 4295mg	91%

*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: 37.2%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 49.7%