Spiced GitHub-Inspired Chickpea and Lentil Stew

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-05 · Updated 2026-06-05

A hearty, protein-packed stew combining earthy chickpeas and lentils with warming spices, perfect for a comforting meal. This Mediterranean-inspired vegan recipe (high protein), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs dry red lentils, canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed, olive oil 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.

Ingredients

• 1 cup dry red lentils
• 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, canned
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

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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 sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
2. Step 2: Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 cup dry red lentils, 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas, 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, and 4 cups vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes until lentils are tender and stew thickens.
4. Step 4: Season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, stirring well. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and 1 tbsp lemon juice to brighten the flavors before serving.