Chickpea & Spinach Stew

Ingredients

• •2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• •1 tbsp olive oil
• •1 medium onion, chopped
• •3 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• •4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• •1 tsp ground cumin
• •1 tsp smoked paprika
• •1/2 tsp salt
• •1/4 tsp black pepper
• •2 cups vegetable broth
• •1 tbsp lemon juice
• •Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika; cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the diced tomatoes, chickpeas, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer.

5. 5

   Reduce the heat and let the stew cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. 6

   Add the chopped spinach and lemon juice; cook for another 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

7. 7

   Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

8. 8

   Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.