Moroccan Pumpkin and Chickpea Stew
This recipe is a perfect fall lunch or dinner! It’s great for meal prep and is full of warm spices, fresh produce, and fiber-rich chickpeas! Rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory ingredients, this hearty and delicious recipe is perfect for the fall and winter seasons! This stew can be stored in the fridge for up to six days and in the freezer for up to three months! Pair with your favorite quinoa or rice, naan, cilantro, or avocado to make an even heartier meal!
Gluten Free
Vegan
Vegetarian
Serves 4-6 people
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon coconut or olive oil, or 1/4 cup water (for water saute)
1 yellow onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 inch knob of ginger, grated or minced
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons coriander
1 teaspoon cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick
Pinch of red pepper flakes
2 carrots, diced
2 small sweet potatoes, cubed
1 small sugar pumpkin (about 3 –4 cups), cubed (or butternut squash)
1 can (28 oz) stewed tomatoes
3 cups cooked chickpeas or 2 cans (15oz), drained and rinsed
3 cups vegetable broth or water
1/4 cup raisins (golden work great)
Salt & fresh cracked pepper, to taste
Handfuls baby kale or spinach (chopped or whole, as much as you would like)
Lemon or lime wedges (optional with serving)
Cilantro (optional garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare your pumpkin (or squash) by slicing in half, removing seeds with a spoon and slice halves into quarters. Using a vegetable peeler, remove the hard skin. Cube into 1 inch pieces.
In a large dutch oven or pot, heat oil over medium-high heat, add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add garlic, ginger and spices to the same pot. Cook for another minute or until fragrant.
Next, add carrots, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, tomatoes, chickpeas, broth/water, pinch of salt and raisins, bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 – 40 minutes, or until pumpkin is fork tender.
Add in greens of choice and cook until wilted. Taste for seasoning (Add salt, pepper or any other additional spices or raisins if needed here).
Serve! If you would like, spoon stew over a grain, top with cilantro, or add lemon/lime juice. You can also try pairing it with some naan!
