One-Pot Lemon Chickpea and Spinach Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-20 · Updated 2026-06-20

A bright, hearty vegetarian stew combining tender chickpeas with fresh spinach and a citrusy lemon broth. This Mediterranean-inspired vegan recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 30 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 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 2 cups, drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 4 cups, packed fresh spinach
• 3 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 2 cups drained canned chickpeas and 3 cups vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10 minutes to let flavors meld.
4. Step 4: Stir in 4 cups packed fresh spinach and cook uncovered for 3 more minutes until the spinach wilts.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and mix in 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice, seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Step 6: Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving to add brightness and freshness.