Slow-Cooked Vegetable Stew with Chickpeas

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A hearty stew of carrots, celery, and tomatoes simmered with chickpeas and herbs. This Greek recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs Olive oil, Onion, Carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 20 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 diced medium onion, 2 sliced medium carrots, and 2 sliced celery stalks, cooking for 8 minutes until softened.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes, 15 oz drained chickpeas, 2 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 25 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Vegetable Stew with Chickpeas take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (20 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Slow-Cooked Vegetable Stew with Chickpeas?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep olive oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Vegetable Stew with Chickpeas?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Slow-Cooked Vegetable Stew with Chickpeas for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Slow-Cooked Vegetable Stew with Chickpeas vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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