Best 8 Moroccan Chickpea Squash Cavolo Nero Stew Recipes

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"Moroccan Chickpea Squash Cavolo Nero Stew" is a delectable and nutritious dish that combines the flavors of chickpeas, squash, and cavolo nero in a flavorful broth. This hearty stew is not only packed with essential nutrients, but also exceptionally delicious. It is a perfect meal for vegetarians and vegans, and can be easily customized to suit your dietary preferences. Whether you are looking for a warm and comforting meal on a chilly evening or a healthy and satisfying lunch, this "Moroccan Chickpea Squash Cavolo Nero Stew" is sure to hit the spot.

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MOROCCAN CHICKPEA, SQUASH & CAVOLO NERO STEW



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This healthy veggie stew has real depth of flavour. A North African-style dish that contains three of your five-a-day and is great for feeding the family

Provided by Romilly Newman

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 19

4 tomatoes, halved
5 tbsp olive oil
250g butternut squash, peeled and chopped into large chunks
1 tbsp thyme leaves
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 onion, sliced
2 x 400g cans chickpeas, drained
1 bay leaf
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground cinnamon
½ tsp turmeric
1 tbsp harissa
1l vegetable stock
100g feta, crumbled
1 lemon, zested, then cut into wedges
2 tsp fennel seeds
1 tsp ground coriander
200g cavolo nero, shredded
handful fresh coriander leaves, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Put the tomatoes on a baking sheet lined with baking parchment, drizzle over 2 tbsp olive oil, season and roast in the oven for 20 mins or until soft. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, pour 2 tbsp oil into a large saucepan and add the squash, thyme, garlic and onion. Season generously and cook on a low heat for 15 mins or until the vegetables begin to soften (but not brown).
  • Add the tomatoes, chickpeas, bay, ground spices and harissa. Season to taste and pour in the stock. Bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 30-35 mins until the liquid has reduced.
  • Put the feta in a small bowl and add the remaining olive oil and the lemon zest. Mix well and set aside.
  • Toast the fennel seeds in a frying pan for 1 min, then lightly crush with a pestle and mortar, or in a bowl with the back of a rolling pin.
  • Add the ground coriander and cavolo nero to the stew and cook for 2 mins. Put the stew in a bowl and top with a scoop of feta, a sprinkling of coriander leaves and fennel seeds, and some seasoning. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 6 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 32 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 10 grams sugar, Fiber 14 grams fiber, Protein 17 grams protein, Sodium 1.3 milligram of sodium

SQUASH AND CHICKPEA MOROCCAN STEW



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Provided by Aida Mollenkamp

Categories     main-dish

Time 32m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, small dice
4 medium cloves garlic, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound butternut squash, large dice
3/4 pound red potatoes, large dice
2 cups low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained
1 (14-ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juices
Pinch saffron threads, optional
1/2 preserved lemon, finely chopped
1 cup brined green olives (recommend: Cerignola)
Steamed couscous, for serving
Fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped, for garnish
Toasted slivered almonds, for garnish
Plain yogurt, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat butter and olive oil in a 3- to 4-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed saucepan with a tight fitting lid over medium heat. When oil shimmers, add onion, garlic, cumin, and cinnamon, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until spices are aromatic and onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add squash and potatoes, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, stir to coat, and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add broth, chickpeas, tomatoes and their juices, and saffron, if using. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until squash is fork tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in preserved lemon and olives. Serve over couscous garnished with cilantro, almonds, and yogurt.

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA STEW



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This spicy stew was the main dish at our family's Christmas Eve dinner. The guests, including three vegetarians, were thrilled with the abundance of squash, potatoes, tomatoes and onion. -Cindy Beberman, Orland Park, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 9 servings (about 2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 large onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 medium red potato, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 small zucchini, cubed
3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute onion in oil and butter until tender. Add the garlic, cumin, cinnamon stick and chili powder; saute 1 minute longer. , Stir in the broth, squash, chickpeas, tomatoes, potatoes, lemon and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until potatoes and squash are almost tender. , Add zucchini; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-8 minutes or until vegetables are tender. Discard cinnamon stick and lemon slices. Stir in cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 621mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA STEW



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This recipe came to be as a way to use the kale that was flourishing in my garden. It could also incorporate all kinds of other vegetables - whatever is in your fridge that needs to be used. Serve over couscous.

Provided by Mari

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground coriander
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon garam masala
½ teaspoon curry powder
1 pinch salt
3 potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup tomato sauce
1 cup golden raisins
water, or enough to cover
1 (14.5 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 bunch kale, ribs removed, chopped
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook the onion and garlic in the hot oil until the onions are translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir the cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, garam masala, curry powder, and salt into the onion and garlic; cook together until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the potatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and raisins to the pot. Pour enough water over the mixture to cover; bring to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are soft, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Add the chickpeas and kale to the pot; simmer until the kale wilts, about 3 minutes. Sprinkle the cilantro over the stew and immediately remove the pot from the heat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.1 calories, Carbohydrate 96.1 g, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 13.6 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 1263.3 mg, Sugar 27.3 g

EASY MOROCCAN CHICKPEA STEW



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When I'm invited to a potluck, I easily double or triple this healthy vegetarian recipe to treat the crowd to an exotic dish of enticing, bold flavors. -Heather Demeritte, Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (1/2-inch cubes)
1 large onion, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
Chopped cilantro, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add squash, onion and red pepper; cook and stir until onion is translucent and red pepper is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in seasonings until blended., Add chickpeas, tomatoes and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until squash is tender, about 8 minutes. If desired, top with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA STEW WITH QUINOA



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This Moroccan chickpea stew is super flavorful, warm, hearty, easy to make, cheap, and to top if off, really good for you. Give it a try!

Provided by kyradornish

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 pint cherry tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil, or to taste, divided
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
¾ teaspoon ground coriander
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
ground black pepper, or to taste
1 (15.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chiles
1 (15.5 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
3 cups water
1 ½ cups uncooked quinoa
2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon hummus spread
1 tablespoon water
¼ teaspoon white vinegar
2 green onions, sliced
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Spread cherry tomatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sprinkle salt and pepper over tomatoes and toss to coat evenly.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tomatoes blister and pop and skins start to char, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until translucent, 4 to 5 minutes. Add garlic, paprika, cumin, coriander, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook until fragrant, 30 to 60 seconds. Add tomatoes and green chiles; bring to a boil. Reduce stew to a simmer and add chickpeas. Add the cherry tomatoes and their juices. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • While stew simmers, bring 3 cups water and quinoa to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Mix Greek yogurt, hummus, 1 tablespoon water, and vinegar together to make the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Serve the stew over quinoa. Top with the yogurt sauce, green onions, and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.3 calories, Carbohydrate 53.6 g, Cholesterol 0.9 mg, Fat 11.3 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 1022.4 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

MOROCCAN SQUASH, CHICKPEA, AND SPINACH STEW



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A hearty Moroccan-inspired veggie stew with squash. Serve with couscous.

Provided by ButtercupBento

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 (3/4 inch thick) slice fresh ginger, peeled and grated
2 teaspoons ground sweet paprika
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 (1 1/2) pound butternut squash - peeled, seeded, and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 (14.5 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
2 cups vegetable stock
¾ cup sultana raisins
3 teaspoons honey
1 (8 ounce) package fresh spinach
½ cup flaked almonds
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; stir in onion. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Add ginger, paprika, cinnamon, turmeric, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring well to ensure the spices don't stick and burn, for 2 minutes.
  • Add butternut squash, chickpeas, tomatoes, vegetable stock, raisins, and honey. Simmer until squash starts to break down, about 20 minutes.
  • While the soup is cooking, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread flaked almonds onto a baking sheet.
  • Toast nuts in the preheated oven, shaking the pan frequently, until they start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir spinach and cilantro into the soup; cook until spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Ladle into bowls and garnish with toasted almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338.6 calories, Carbohydrate 54.9 g, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 10.8 g, Protein 10.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 553.7 mg, Sugar 27.4 g

SQUASH AND CHICKPEA MOROCCAN STEW



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I have not had a chance to try this yet. From Ask Aida's "Light & Healthy" episode. You can substitute veggie stock for the chicken stock to make this recipe vegetarian, and of course you can opt not to use the yogurt to make it vegan as well. :)

Provided by Melissa and her Pan

Categories     Beans

Time 27m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, small dice
4 medium garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 lb butternut squash, large dice
3/4 lb red potatoes, large dice
2 cups low sodium chicken broth or 2 cups vegetable broth
2 cups cooked chickpeas, drained
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, with juices
1 pinch saffron thread (optional)
1/2 preserved lemon, finely chopped
1 cup green olives in brine (recommend ( Cerignola)
steamed couscous, for serving
fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped, for garnish
toasted slivered almonds, for garnish
plain yogurt, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat butter and olive oil in a 3- to 4-quart Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed saucepan with a tight fitting lid over medium heat. When oil shimmers, add onion, garlic, cumin, and cinnamon, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until spices are aromatic and onions are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add squash and potatoes, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, stir to coat, and cook until just tender, about 3 minutes. Add broth, chickpeas, tomatoes and their juices, and saffron, if using. Bring mixture to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until squash is fork tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and stir in preserved lemon and olives. Serve over couscous garnished with cilantro, almonds, and yogurt.

Tips:

  • For a richer and creamier stew, use coconut milk instead of water.
  • Add a tablespoon of harissa paste or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
  • If you don't have any cavolo nero, use kale or spinach instead.
  • To make the stew ahead of time, cook it according to the recipe and then let it cool completely. Store the stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you're ready to serve, reheat the stew over medium heat until warmed through.

Conclusion:

This Moroccan chickpea, squash, and cavolo nero stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It is packed with healthy ingredients, including chickpeas, squash, cavolo nero, and tomatoes. The stew is also easy to make and can be prepared in under an hour. So next time you're looking for a delicious and nutritious meal, give this Moroccan chickpea, squash, and cavolo nero stew a try.

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