Garlic-Infused Chickpea and Tomato Stew with Smoked Paprika

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-31 · Updated 2026-05-31

A hearty Mediterranean-inspired chickpea stew simmered with garlic, tomatoes, and smoked paprika for a comforting vegetarian meal. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs olive oil, yellow onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 can (14.5 oz) canned diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

The Dutch oven we’d braise this in → Best Dutch Ovens for 2026: Top Picks + Buying Guide

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 diced medium yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
2. Step 2: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until the spices release their aroma.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juices, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas, and 1 cup vegetable broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
4. Step 4: Season the stew with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and 1 tbsp lemon juice for brightness. Serve warm with crusty bread or over rice.