Mediterranean Chickpea Stew

Mediterranean Chickpea Stew

Chickpeas, eggplant, onions, tomatoes, and lots of olive oil stew together to create a traditional Mediterranean meal for your family. Serve with couscous, rice, pasta, or pita bread.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large red onion, chopped
  • 1 small bunch Italian parsley, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small carrot, coarsely shredded
  • 1 small eggplant, cubed
  • 2 cups cooked, sodium-free chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup vegetable broth, or more as needed
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Step 1
Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion to the hot oil and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add parsley and garlic; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add shredded carrot; stir often for 1 to 2 minutes. Add cubed eggplant and saute for 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 2
Pour in chickpeas and tomatoes. Add broth, oregano, thyme, and cayenne pepper. Mix and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until stew has thickened and the vegetables are soft, about 15 minutes. Add more broth if necessary. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

326
Calories
17g
Fat
37g
Carbs
10g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 326
% Daily Value *
Total Fat17g 22%
Saturated Fat2g 12%
Sodium125mg 5%
Total Carbohydrate37g 13%
Dietary Fiber12g 42%
Total Sugars9g
Protein10g
Vitamin C31mg 157%
Calcium108mg 8%
Iron5mg 26%
Potassium723mg 15%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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