Moroccan Chickpea And Vegetable Stew With Couscous Recipe

This vibrant Moroccan Chickpea and Vegetable Stew is bursting with flavor! Warm spices create a delicious, aromatic stew that's surprisingly hearty and satisfying – even without meat. Tender chickpeas offer a meaty texture, complemented by perfectly cooked vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Serve over fluffy couscous for a complete and flavorful meal. Get ready to transport your taste buds to a Moroccan market!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 29 mins
Calories 358.9 kcal
Protein 27g
Rating 4.5 (13 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Moroccan Chickpea And Vegetable Stew With Couscous

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How to Make Moroccan Chickpea And Vegetable Stew With Couscous

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add diced zucchini, chopped onion, and chopped carrot; sauté for 5 minutes, until slightly softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Pour in vegetable broth and add chickpeas, diced tomatoes (undrained), cumin, coriander, turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 8 minutes, or until vegetables are tender. Stir occasionally.
  6. While the stew simmers, bring 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a separate saucepan.
  7. Stir in couscous, remove from heat, cover, and let stand for 5 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed.
  8. Serve the stew over fluffy couscous. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

3g

Carbs

22g