When the cold weather sets in, there's nothing more comforting than a warm and hearty stew. This chickpea sweet potato stew is not only delicious and packed with nutritious vegetables, but it's also incredibly easy to make. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight or a cozy weekend lunch.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CHICKPEA SWEET POTATO STEW RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: refined coconut oil, small onion, garlic, ginger, sweet paprika, cumin, dried coriander, cayenne, chickpeas, sweet potato, fire roasted crushed tomato, vegetable broth, fresh spinach
Provided by Rachel Gaewski
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In large pot or Dutch oven, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the onion is semi-translucent.
- Add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 2-3 more minutes, until fragrant. Then add the sweet paprika, cumin, coriander, and cayenne and cook for 2 more minutes, until fragrant.
- Add the chickpeas, sweet potatoes, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.
- Add the spinach and stir until wilted.
- Serve immediately.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 976 calories, Carbohydrate 98 grams, Fat 56 grams, Fiber 15 grams, Protein 14 grams, Sugar 29 grams
CHICKPEA STEW
Fragrant spiced vegetarian dish.
Provided by Anniesails
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat; saute cumin seeds for 10 seconds. Add onion and garlic; saute until onion is dark brown, 5 to 8 minutes. Add coriander; cook and stir for 20 seconds.
- Mix chickpeas, water, potato, 1 teaspoon cilantro, salt, and pepper into onion mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover saucepan, and simmer until potato is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Stir tomato into chickpea stew; increase heat to medium and simmer until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Sprinkle remaining cilantro over stew.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 508 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
SWEET POTATO AND CHICKPEA SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: large sweet potatoes, medium red onion, chickpeas, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, ground cumin, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, pepper, mixed greens, fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, dried cranberry
Provided by Gwenaelle Le Cochennec
Categories Lunch
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425ºF (220ºC).
- Cut the sweet potatoes in small cubes and transfer on one half of a non-stick baking sheet.
- Peel and slice the onion and set aside.
- Add the chickpeas to the other half of the baking sheet.
- In a liquid measuring cup with a pour spout, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne, salt, and pepper and mix well.
- Pour half of the dressing over the sweet potatoes and chickpeas and mix with your hands until well-coated. Keep the chickpeas and sweet potatoes separated as much as possible.
- Scoot the chickpeas toward the sweet potatoes and add the onions to the baking sheet. Make sure everything is spread out evenly.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are tender. Use tongs to stir halfway through. Let cool for 20 minutes.
- Place the greens in a large bowl. Top with the roasted chickpeas, sweet potatoes, and onion.
- Add the parsley, cilantro, and remaining dressing and toss to combine.
- Top with dried cranberries, if using.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 548 calories, Carbohydrate 61 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 15 grams
VEGETARIAN CHICKPEA AND SWEET POTATO STEW
Whether you're looking for a vegetarian recipe or just something addictively delicious to make for dinner, this coconut and tomato stew, redolent of ginger, garlic and onions and warm spices and garnished with a shower of herbs and crunchy toasted cashews, will certainly fit the bill.
Categories Dinner
Time 1h25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions, gingerroot and garlic. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and beginning to brown. Add coriander, turmeric, salt, cumin, pepper and red pepper. Cook and stir 30 seconds. Add chickpeas; cook and stir 5 to 6 minutes or until chickpeas begin to brown. Add coconut milk, tomatoes and sweet potatoes; heat to boiling. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 25 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender. Add spinach; stir 1 to 2 minutes or until wilted.
- Divide among serving bowls; garnish with mint, cilantro, cashews and chiles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 8 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize About 1 1/3 Cups, Sodium 600 mg, Sugar 12 g, TransFat 0 g
Tips:
- Use canned chickpeas and sweet potatoes for convenience: If you're short on time, using canned chickpeas and sweet potatoes will save you a lot of prep work. Just be sure to rinse the chickpeas and sweet potatoes well before using them.
- Add other vegetables to bulk up the stew: This recipe can easily be customized to your liking. Feel free to add other vegetables that you have on hand, such as carrots, celery, bell peppers, or spinach.
- Make it a one-pot meal: To save on dishes, you can cook the entire stew in one pot. Simply brown the chicken or tofu in the pot, then add the remaining ingredients and simmer until everything is cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite sides: This stew is delicious on its own, but it can also be served with a variety of sides. Some popular options include rice, quinoa, bread, or salad.
Conclusion:
This chickpea and sweet potato stew is a hearty, flavorful, and nutritious meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own dietary preferences. Whether you're vegan, vegetarian, or a meat-eater, this stew is sure to please everyone at the table.
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