Description
A cozy vegan delight featuring soft chickpeas, tender spinach, and a touch of fresh lemon; perfect for chilly evenings and casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Optional: Crushed red pepper flakes for heat, fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion, sautéing until soft and translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and turmeric; cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add the chickpeas and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a simmer.
- Gradually stir in the chopped spinach, allowing it to wilt before adding more.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Let simmer for about 15-20 minutes.
- Just before serving, stir in the lemon juice for a fresh pop of flavor.
- Ladle into bowls, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy warm!
Notes
Avoid overcooking the spinach; it should remain vibrant and tender. Adjust seasoning and spices according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg