Spiced Find Four Chickpea and Vegetable Stew

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A hearty and warming stew combining chickpeas, root vegetables, and aromatic spices, inspired by the strategic layers of the Find Four game. This middle eastern-inspired soups (vegetarian) ready in about 55 minutes pairs drained and rinsed canned chickpeas, medium, diced carrot, large, diced potato for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 300 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.

★ 4.4 (9 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 300 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 medium chopped onion and 3 minced garlic cloves, sautéing for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  2. Step 2: Stir in 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, cooking for 1 minute until spices release their aroma.
  3. Step 3: Add 2 cups drained and rinsed canned chickpeas, 2 diced medium carrots, and 1 diced large potato to the pot; stir to coat with spices.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 4 cups vegetable broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes until vegetables are tender and stew has thickened.
  5. Step 5: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and remove from heat before serving hot.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Find Four Chickpea and Vegetable Stew take to make?

Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 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 Spiced Find Four Chickpea and Vegetable Stew?

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 medium, diced carrot from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Find Four Chickpea and Vegetable Stew?

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 Spiced Find Four Chickpea and Vegetable Stew 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 Spiced Find Four Chickpea and Vegetable Stew 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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