Spicy Chickpea and Spinach Stew

Ingredients

• •1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• •4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• •1 medium onion, diced
• •3 cloves garlic, minced
• •1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• •1 cup vegetable broth
• •1 tbsp olive oil
• •1 tsp ground cumin
• •1 tsp smoked paprika
• •1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• •Salt and pepper to taste
• •1 tbsp lemon juice
• •Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

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

2. 2

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

3. 3

   Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. 4

   Add the diced tomatoes and vegetable broth to the pot, stirring to combine.

5. 5

   Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the chickpeas and cook for 15 minutes.

6. 6

   Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for an additional 10 minutes until the spinach is wilted.

7. 7

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

8. 8

   Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.