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Chickpea & Spinach Stew – Hearty Eid Side

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Chickpea & Spinach Stew is a comforting, hearty dish that shines at any festive gathering, especially Eid. Bursting with aromatic spices, tender chickpeas, and vibrant fresh spinach, this stew is not only delicious but also easy to prepare. Serve it alongside rice or bread for a complete meal that will warm both hearts and bellies.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
  • 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp ground turmeric
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté the diced onion until translucent, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  2. Stir in cumin, coriander, and turmeric; let the spices bloom for about a minute.
  3. Add diced tomatoes along with their juices and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Mix in chickpeas and vegetable broth; let simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
  5. Stir in coconut milk and cook for another 5 minutes until creamy.
  6. Fold in fresh spinach until just wilted; season with salt and pepper before serving.
  • Author: James
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 16g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg