Description
A hearty and flavorful Moroccan Chickpea Stew made effortlessly in the slow cooker. This nourishing stew combines chickpeas, red lentils, butternut squash, and aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and smoked paprika for a warming, healthy meal. Perfect served over quinoa with fresh arugula and creamy coconut yogurt.
Ingredients
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Stew Ingredients
- 1 medium white onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small butternut squash, peeled and chopped into bite sized pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3/4 cup red lentils
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can pure tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt and pepper, plus more as needed
- 3 cups vegetable broth
To Serve
- Cooked quinoa
- Arugula
- Coconut yogurt
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Slow Cooker: Place the chopped onion, minced garlic, butternut squash, red bell pepper, red lentils, chickpeas, tomato sauce, grated ginger, turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and vegetable broth into the slow cooker. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Slow Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook the stew on high for 3 to 4 hours or alternatively on low for 6 to 7 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to become tender.
- Thicken Stew: If you prefer a thicker stew, remove the lid during the last hour of cooking to allow excess liquid to evaporate, enhancing the texture.
- Prepare to Serve: Serve the Moroccan chickpea stew hot over cooked quinoa, garnish with a handful of fresh arugula, and add a dollop of coconut yogurt on top for creaminess and cooling contrast.
Notes
- This stew can be made a day ahead; flavors intensify with time and it reheats well.
- Adjust the spices to your preference for more heat or smokiness.
- For a gluten-free meal, ensure quinoa is labeled gluten-free and use certified gluten-free broth if needed.
- For vegan and vegetarian diets, this recipe is naturally suitable as it contains no animal products.
- Leftover stew can be frozen in airtight containers for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
