Chickpea Spinach Tomato Stew (Printable Version)

A filling vegetable stew with chickpeas, spinach, tomatoes, and warm spices for a satisfying meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - Chickpeas, cooked
02 - Spinach, fresh or frozen
03 - Crushed tomatoes
04 - Onions, finely chopped
05 - Garlic, minced
06 - Selection of spices (e.g., cumin, paprika, turmeric)

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Gather and measure all ingredients. Wash and chop spinach, finely dice onions, and mince garlic cloves.
02 - In a large pot or skillet, heat a drizzle of oil over medium heat. Add onions and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant.
03 - Add crushed tomatoes and your preferred spices to the pot. Stir well to combine and let simmer for 5 minutes.
04 - Stir in cooked chickpeas followed by the spinach. Cook on medium heat until the spinach wilts and the mixture thickens slightly.
05 - Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes for flavors to meld together.
06 - Serve hot as a main dish or accompanied with crusty bread or rice for a more filling meal.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses common pantry staples so you probably have everything on hand
  • Ready in about 30 minutes which is perfect for a busy night
  • Packed with protein and fiber thanks to the chickpeas
  • Makes fantastic leftovers the flavors get even better by the next day
02 -
  • Loaded with plant protein and iron
  • Keeps well and tastes even richer overnight
  • Budget friendly and great for meal prep
03 -
  • Sautéing the onion until golden rather than just soft builds a much deeper flavor
  • Always taste for salt at the end since canned chickpeas and tomatoes can vary
  • Adding the spinach right at the end keeps it vibrantly green and full of nutrients

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