Warm up your kitchen with the vibrant flavors of Moroccan Sweet Potato Stew, a hearty, plant-based dish that’s as comforting as it is nutrient-packed. This recipe combines tender sweet potatoes, carrots, and chickpeas with a medley of warming spices like cumin, cinnamon, and smoked paprika, all brought to life with zesty harissa paste and a hint of fresh lemon juice. Dried apricots add a subtle sweetness, while optional fresh spinach elevates the stew with a pop of color and added greens. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this one-pot wonder is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and ready in under an hour. Serve it with crusty bread, couscous, or rice for a soul-soothing meal that’s sure to impress.
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the diced sweet potatoes and sliced carrots. Stir to combine with the aromatics.
Sprinkle the cumin, cinnamon, turmeric, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt over the vegetables. Add the harissa paste and mix well, allowing the spices to coat the vegetables evenly.
Pour in the fire-roasted diced tomatoes (with their juices) and the vegetable broth. Stir to incorporate and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let the stew simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes and carrots are tender.
Stir in the cooked chickpeas and dried apricots, cooking for an additional 5 minutes to warm through.
If using spinach leaves, toss them into the stew in the last 2-3 minutes of cooking, allowing them to wilt slightly.
Finish the stew with a tablespoon of fresh lemon juice and season with additional salt and black pepper to taste.
Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving. Optionally, serve with crusty bread or over a bed of couscous or rice for a complete meal.
Serving size | 2108.9 grams (2108.9g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1440 |
Total Fat 42.10g | 54% |
Saturated Fat 6.60g | 33% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.50g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 5392mg | 234% |
Total Carbohydrate 246.20g | 90% |
Dietary Fiber 47.30g | 169% |
Total Sugars 93.00g | |
Protein 39.20g | 78% |
Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
Calcium 750mg | 58% |
Iron 23mg | 129% |
Potassium 6332mg | 135% |
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