How to Make Spanish Chickpea Stew (Vegan & Flavorful!) STEP- STEP easy RECIPE

chickpeas

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are lower in calories and cook faster.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil offers a similar flavor with a higher smoke point.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Homemade broth can be lower in sodium.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: frozen spinach

Frozen spinach is often more affordable and retains nutrients.

Soak chickpeas overnight in water, then drain.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in cumin, paprika, and bay leaves, cooking for another minute.

Add soaked chickpeas and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes until chickpeas are tender.

Add fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes.

Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice to taste.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

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