Handcrafted Spiced Chickpea and Tomato Stew

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A hearty, homemade stew simmered with aromatic spices and tender chickpeas, perfect for a comforting dinner. This Mediterranean-inspired sushi recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs extra virgin 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper; cook for 1 minute until spices bloom and smell aromatic.
  3. Step 3: Add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes with their juices and 2 cups cooked chickpeas, stirring to combine.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 2 cups vegetable broth, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until stew thickens.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for a bright finish before serving warm.

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