HEARTY CHICKPEA STEW WITH PESTO

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As the evenings grow chillier, warm and nourishing dishes like this satisfying chickpea stew are welcome at dinner. A dollop of pesto gives a burst of flavor and one last nod to summer. (Look for pesto in the refrigerated section of your market, or make your own.)

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
4 stalks celery, thinly sliced
Salt and pepper
5 sprigs oregano
3 tablespoons tomato paste
6 cups vegetable broth
2 cans (15.5 ounces each) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
3 thick slices stale rustic bread, crusts removed, torn into small pieces
1/4 cup basil pesto, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat oil over medium-high. Add onion and celery, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden, 10 minutes. Add oregano and tomato paste and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in broth and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until onion is tender, 5 minutes.
  • Add chickpeas and bread and simmer until thickened, 6 to 8 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and serve topped with pesto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 13 g, Protein 18 g, SaturatedFat 4 g

Kebadsew Birhanu
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


jalayna lincoln
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Jamie Burns
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I made this stew in my Instant Pot and it was done in no time!


Bomo Evens
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I'm allergic to nuts, so I used sunflower seed pesto instead of regular pesto. It turned out great!


Husnain Tanveer
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This stew is a great source of protein and fiber. It's also very affordable to make.


Maddison Kaszynski
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


Dee Smith
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This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Samantha Dissanayake
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I made this stew for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Phildah Mazvidza
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This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for someone who likes spicy food.


Kilunda Baunli
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I'm not a vegetarian, but I really enjoyed this stew. It was hearty and flavorful, and the pesto added a nice touch of freshness.


Joshua Mceachin
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. I also added some leftover roasted vegetables and it was delicious!


Sanni Ayomide
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I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. The chickpeas were so tender and the vegetables were cooked to perfection.


Gamarvfx Gamarvfx
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I found this recipe to be a bit time-consuming, but it was worth it in the end. The stew was delicious!


djrakib khan
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This stew was a bit too bland for my taste. I think it needed more seasoning.


scara
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I'm not a big fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed this stew. The pesto and vegetables helped to balance out the flavor of the chickpeas.


Ahmed Jabed
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This recipe was easy to follow and the stew turned out great! I used a store-bought pesto and it worked well. I also added some extra vegetables, such as carrots and celery.


Mpho Khobotlo
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I made this stew last night and it was a hit with my family! The chickpeas were cooked perfectly and the vegetables were tender and flavorful. The pesto added a nice touch of brightness.


Rayhan ahmad
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This chickpea stew was a delightful surprise! The combination of chickpeas, vegetables, and pesto created a flavorful and satisfying dish. I especially enjoyed the hint of basil from the pesto.