One-Pot Spiced Carrot and Chickpea Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-16 · Updated 2026-06-16

A warming vegetarian stew simmered with tender carrots and hearty chickpeas, enriched with fragrant spices for a comforting meal. This Mediterranean-inspired vegan recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs carrots, canned chickpeas, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 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

• 4 medium, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch pieces carrots
• 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large, finely chopped yellow onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped, for garnish fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 large finely chopped yellow onion and sauté for 5 minutes until translucent and softened.
2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves, 2 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, and 1 tsp smoked paprika. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 4 medium diced carrots and 1 can (15 oz) drained chickpeas to the pot. Pour in 3 cups vegetable broth and 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with juice. Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
4. Step 4: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes until carrots are tender and the stew thickens slightly.
5. Step 5: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.