Description
Crockpot Chickpea Stew is a nourishing blend of hearty chickpeas, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices, simmered to perfection. This easy-to-make stew not only fills your home with a delightful fragrance but also warms your soul on chilly evenings. Ideal for meal prep or cozy family dinners, it’s a comforting dish that never fails to impress. Just set it and forget it—your crockpot does all the work while you enjoy moments with loved ones!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 cup celery, diced
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes in juice
Instructions
- In the crockpot, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add diced carrots and celery; stir well to soften slightly.
- Mix in rinsed chickpeas and canned tomatoes with their juices.
- Pour in vegetable broth and sprinkle with cumin and paprika; stir to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- About 30 minutes before serving, stir in spinach or kale until wilted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg