Spanish Chickpea Stew (Vegan, Creamy & Quick Protein-Packed Meal)

Indulge in the sensational flavors of our Spanish Chickpea Stew, a vegan delight that is both creamy and quick to prepare. This mouthwatering dish showcases tender chickpeas bathed in a delectable blend of aromatic herbs and spices, creating a hearty and satisfying experience. With its luscious texture and authentic Spanish flair delivered by aromatic Saffron, this stew is a must-try for anyone seeking a scrumptious and plant-based meal. Get ready to savor the essence of Spain in every delectable spoonful.

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Introducing our winning Vegetable Stew recipe, a true gem in the realm of vegan stews! Packed with flavors influenced by our Spanish heritage, this hearty creation combines the best of both worlds. Picture tender chunks of seasonal vegetables mingling harmoniously with aromatic herbs and spices, resulting in a symphony of tastes that will transport your taste buds to distant lands. The star of this culinary masterpiece?

Chickpeas! (AKA GArbanzo Beans) These versatile legumes not only lend a delightful texture but also provide a nutritional punch, offering a great source of plant-based protein and fiber. As advocates of a healthy and sustainable lifestyle, we strive to showcase the benefits of consuming seasonal, plant-based produce, and this stew embodies just that.

One of the reasons this recipe stands out is its ease of preparation. We understand the importance of convenient yet wholesome meals, and this vegan stew hits the mark. With a few simple steps and readily available ingredients, you can have a steaming bowl of goodness in no time. No need to spend hours in the kitchen or hunt down exotic items—our recipe is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy lifestyle while still delivering flavor and nutrition. So whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, rest assured that this vegetable stew will become your go-to comfort dish, impressing your taste buds and nourishing your body with every spoonful.

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• 🗓️ Eating seasonal
• ✅ 7 Reasons You Should Be Eating Spanish Chickpea Stew
• 🏋🏻 Great post-workout meal
• 🧾 Stew ingredients
• 🔪 Instructions
• 📖  Variations
• 🥢 How to serve
• 💡 Pro-tip
• ❓ FAQ
• 📚 More Recipes using garbanzo beans
• 📋 Recipe
• 🌡️ Food safety
• 💬 Reviews and Comments

🗓️ Eating seasonal

Embrace the autumn season with our Vegan Mushroom Chickpea Stew, a hearty and flavorful dish that celebrates the abundance of seasonal ingredients. As ardent advocates of consuming local produce for its environmental benefits and enhanced flavor, we couldn't resist creating this delectable lunch option. With an array of mushrooms readily available, this stew is a perfect way to savor their earthy goodness while indulging in a warm and comforting meal. Join us in relishing the best of hearty stews and the bounties of nature this autumn.

For this vegan chickpea stew recipe, we recommend using various mushrooms and cutting them into different shapes; it contributes to the complexity of the flavors and textures. This recipe, along with the super simple but tasty traditional Italian Eggplant Stew, is by far our favorite vegetable stews.

✅ 7 Reasons You Should Be Eating Spanish Chickpea Stew

• Packed with protein for improved energy and muscle growth
• Vegan-friendly dishes that can be cooked up in minutes
• Creamy and flavorful for a unique twist on lunches
• Quick and easy to make - a real time saver
• A great way to mix up your mealtime routine
• An affordable meal option
• Full of healthy ingredients for a balanced diet

🏋🏻 Great post-workout meal

The idea to make this vegan vegetable stew surged as we returned from our morning run and needed some high-protein-packed lunch. We had shallots, cooked chickpeas, and mushrooms. All ingredients that we love.

A couple of days before, we had been fascinated eating the delicious Risotto alla Milanese, whose characteristic ingredient is saffron, and we thought it would pair beautifully, and it did!

We have been making this dish for a while, with some variations, as it also makes a great and quick protein-packed meal. Another garbanzo beans option we love is our vegan "tuna" salad sandwich, made in minutes and packed with tangy flavors.

🧾 Stew ingredients

This hearty chickpea stew is made with just a few ingredients.

• Cooked or Canned chickpeas: These protein-packed legumes add a hearty and satisfying texture to the stew, while also providing essential nutrients like fiber and iron.
• Mushrooms: With their rich umami flavor, mushrooms elevate the taste profile of the stew and contribute valuable vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
• Vegan mozzarella cheese or vegan brie: These creamy dairy-free alternatives melt beautifully, adding a luxurious and indulgent touch to the stew while keeping it entirely plant-based.
• Shallots bring a subtle yet distinct sweetness and depth of flavor to the stew, enhancing the overall taste experience.
• Garlic: A staple in countless recipes, garlic infuses the stew with its aromatic and savory notes, while also providing potential health benefits like boosting the immune system.
• Rosemary: This fragrant herb lends a delightful earthy aroma and savory taste to the stew, making it even more appetizing and satisfying.
• Saffron: Known as the "golden spice," saffron imparts a vibrant color and a delicate, exotic flavor to the stew, transforming it into a truly special culinary experience.
• Vegetable stock: The base of the stew, vegetable stock enhances the overall taste and provides a savory foundation, while adding depth and complexity to the flavors.
• Kosher salt: A pinch of kosher salt helps to season and balance the flavors of the stew, bringing out the natural tastes of the ingredients and creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
• Optional extra virgin olive oil: Adding a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil to the stew at the end imparts a luxurious richness and enhances the overall flavor profile while also providing heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

See quantities and complete instructions in the recipe card.

🔪 Instructions

This chickpea stew recipe is part of our repertoire of How to Make a Protein-Packed Meal (if made with vegan mozzarella), which works perfectly. It is an instant pot recipe that is made in minutes.

1. Begin by finely chopping your shallots (or red onion), half of the mushrooms, and garlic.
2. In a pan over medium heat, stir-fry the shallots with oil until they become translucent, then add the garlic. Remember to drain the can of garbanzo beans.
3. Next, add chickpeas, saffron, and herbs to the pan, stirring occasionally.
4. As the stew simmers, incorporate the remaining mushrooms and continue cooking over medium-high heat until the desired consistency is achieved.
5. Add the very end, for an added touch of creaminess, garnish each serving of the garbanzo beans stew with a dollop of dairy-free cheese or, alternatively, mix in some vegetable cream sauce like vegan bechamel sauce.

📖  Variations

Mushrooms

Use shitake mushrooms if you want to give this one-pot dish a more meaty and fleshy texture.

I like using a mix of cremini, portobello, and shitake mushrooms. Just adjust the quantities to have the same amount of mushrooms.

Saffron

You can replace seasoning it with smoked paprika or cumin, for an earthy flavor.

Cheese

We love melty vegan cheese, but we used to have this recipe with Brie cheese, which was lovely. If you are vegetarian, you can substitute the vegan cheese, and you will have the same results. What is important is to have a cheese that will melt quickly minutes before serving the dish.

You can also replace the vegan cheese with a half can of full-fat coconut milk and half a can of vegetable broth.

Herbs

Sometimes we use thyme instead of rosemary for a change. It works very well. You can also use a mix of dry Italian herbs.

More veggies

You can add a can of diced tomatoes and a tablespoon of tomato paste to make the stew even richer. You can also add chopped bell pepper or sweet potato.

Add some greens

As soon as the stew is ready, add a handful of fresh or frozen spinach, kale or
Swiss chard, stir and let it rest for a couple of minutes.

Spicy

Make a spiced chickpea stew by adding a teaspoon of red pepper flakes.

🥢 How to serve

Serve the chickpea stew with brown rice, basmati rice, toasted pita, crusty bread, or naan bread. We also like pairing this stew with a salad of fresh tomatoes, chopped kale, and fresh spinach.

Another delicious pairing is fire-roasted tomatoes.

Optionally add some lemon juice or lime juice right before serving.

💡 Pro-tip

How to cook chickpeas. If you use raw garbanzo beans and want them to be soft and creamy fast, add a teaspoon of baking soda to the boiling water.

You will see that foam will come up immediately. Take it away al let it boil. They will take only from fifteen to twenty minutes.

However, leaving the dried chickpeas soaking overnight is also recommended to achieve better results.

Also, chickpeas are great for making all kinds of hummus and our favorite vegan veggie burgers.

❓ FAQ

This fantastic legume is widely used in hummus recipes that I am sure you are familiar with. Try out our traditional hummus, roasted red pepper hummus, pumpkin hummus, and avocado hummus to see how you can turn these buddies into delicious dips and spreads, or even make a vegan "tuna" salad.

📚 More Recipes using garbanzo beans

• Hummus 3-ways, the all-time vegan community favorite!
• Quick Crispy Falafels, made with soaked raw chickpeas.
• Vegetarian ceviche, made with hearts of palm, avocado, and chickpeas.
• Traditional Spanish Chickpeas with spinach tapa.

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