Best 6 Sandys Chickpea And Spinach Stew Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with Sandy's Chickpea and Spinach Stew, a vibrant and flavorful dish that promises a delightful experience for your taste buds. This wholesome stew is a symphony of textures and flavors, featuring tender chickpeas, vibrant spinach, aromatic spices, and a rich tomato-based broth. Served with fluffy rice or warm pita bread, it's a perfect meal for a cozy dinner or a satisfying lunch.

The article offers a collection of three delectable recipes, each with its own unique twist on the classic chickpea and spinach stew. The main recipe, Sandy's Chickpea and Spinach Stew, is a traditional rendition that showcases the harmonious blend of flavors and textures. For those who prefer a vegan version, the Vegan Chickpea and Spinach Stew offers a plant-based alternative with all the goodness of the original. And for a one-pot meal, the Instant Pot Chickpea and Spinach Stew provides a quick and convenient option without compromising on taste.

These recipes cater to a range of dietary preferences and cooking styles, making them accessible to home cooks of all levels. With step-by-step instructions and a detailed ingredient list, the recipes ensure a hassle-free cooking experience. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, you'll find these recipes easy to follow and enjoyable to make.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your cooking utensils, and embark on a culinary adventure with Sandy's Chickpea and Spinach Stew. Let the tantalizing aromas fill your kitchen as you create a meal that is not only delicious but also nourishing for your body and soul.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHICKPEA SALAD SANDWICH RECIPE BY TASTY



Chickpea Salad Sandwich Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chickpeas, red onion, red bell pepper, vegan mayonnaise, dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, fresh dill, leafy green, bread

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

15 oz chickpeas, 1 can, drained and rinsed
¼ cup red onion, diced
½ red bell pepper, diced
3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
½ teaspoon dijon mustard
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
leafy green, to serve
bread, sliced, to serve

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, add chickpeas and mash with potato masher until a chunky texture is reached.
  • Add the red onion, red pepper, vegan mayo, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and dill, and stir until well combined.
  • Store chickpea salad in refrigerator for up to five days. To assemble sandwich, spread mixture onto bread and top with leafy greens of choice.
  • Wrap in parchment paper and secure with rubber band.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 calories, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 9 grams

MEDITERRANEAN SPINACH CHICKPEA STEW



Mediterranean Spinach Chickpea Stew image

This spinach chickpea stew turns a bag of frozen spinach and some chickpeas into a wholesome one-pot dinner to feed a crowd! There are variations of this spinach stew recipe with tomatoes throughout the Mediterranean and the Middle East. My mom made her spinach stew, Egyptian-style using lean ground beef, but I opted for a vegan option, which is just as hearty and satisfying, thanks to chickpeas!

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Main Course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 16

extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion ((finely chopped))
4 garlic cloves ((minced))
kosher salt
1 cup san Marzano tomatoes ((with their juices))
2 cups chicken broth ((or vegetable broth))
1 pound frozen spinach ((chopped))
15 ounces canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup fresh parsley ((chopped))
1 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
black pepper
1/2 cup broken vermicelli noodles ((or orzo))
1 lemon ((juice of))

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add the onions and garlic and cook, tossing regularly, for 3 to 5 minutes or until softened.
  • Add the tomatoes, spinach, chickpeas, and chicken broth. Add the parsley and season with a good dash of kosher salt and black pepper. Stir in the spices.
  • Bring to a boil of medium-high, then turn the heat down to low and cover partway, leaving part of the top open. Allow the spinach to simmer for 25 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
  • While the spinach stew is simmering, toast the vermicelli. In a small pan, heat about 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high. Add the vermicelli and continuously stir to toast it evenly. Vermicelli should turn a nice golden brown, but watch carefully not to over-brown or burn. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in the toasted vermicelli in the spinach stew and cook for another 10 minutes or until the vermicelli noodles are cooked to tender.
  • Remove from the heat and finish with lemon juice and a good drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.3 kcal, Carbohydrate 42.2 g, Protein 15.4 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 536.8 mg, Fiber 13.5 g, Sugar 7.9 g, UnsaturatedFat 2.2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SANDY'S CHICKPEA AND SPINACH STEW



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Curry and chickpeas make for a healthy and satisfying dish. Serve this over quinoa for a heartier meal.

Provided by SandyG

Categories     Stew

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons dried minced onion
½ teaspoon crumbled dried rosemary
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons no-salt-added tomato paste
2 (15 ounce) cans no-salt-added chickpeas
1 (14.5 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup water
½ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook onion and rosemary, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in garlic powder, paprika, and tomato paste and cook, stirring, 15 seconds. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, spinach, salt, pepper, and water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, over low heat, stirring occasionally, until flavors have combined and mixture is piping hot, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook panko, stirring, until toasted and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Divide stew among serving bowls and top each with 2 tablespoons panko.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 640.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

CHICKPEAS WITH BABY SPINACH



Chickpeas With Baby Spinach image

This is mostly a pantry dish, very quick to put together. You can serve it on its own, with couscous or pasta, or over a thick slice of toasted bread rubbed with garlic.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, weekday, main course

Time 30m

Yield Serves three

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
Salt, preferably kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup chicken or vegetable stock, or water
Cayenne, to taste
1 (6-ounce) bag baby spinach

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy saucepan over medium heat and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about five minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, tomato paste and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring for one to two minutes, until fragrant and the tomato paste has turned a darker color. Add the chickpeas, the stock or water, and the cayenne, and bring to a simmer. Cover, reduce the heat, and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the spinach, a handful at a time, stirring until each addition of spinach wilts. Add salt to taste and simmer uncovered, stirring often, for five minutes. Add lots of freshly ground pepper, taste and adjust salt and cayenne, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 306, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 764 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams

SANDY'S CHICKPEA AND SPINACH STEW



Sandy's Chickpea and Spinach Stew image

Curry and chickpeas make for a healthy and satisfying dish. Serve this over quinoa for a heartier meal.

Provided by SandyG

Categories     Stew

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 tablespoons olive oil
4 teaspoons dried minced onion
½ teaspoon crumbled dried rosemary
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¾ teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons no-salt-added tomato paste
2 (15 ounce) cans no-salt-added chickpeas
1 (14.5 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes with basil, garlic, and oregano
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup water
½ cup panko bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook onion and rosemary, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in garlic powder, paprika, and tomato paste and cook, stirring, 15 seconds. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, spinach, salt, pepper, and water and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, covered, over low heat, stirring occasionally, until flavors have combined and mixture is piping hot, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Cook panko, stirring, until toasted and lightly browned, about 3 minutes.
  • Divide stew among serving bowls and top each with 2 tablespoons panko.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.4 calories, Carbohydrate 47.7 g, Fat 15.5 g, Fiber 8.8 g, Protein 13.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 640.1 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

DILLY CHICKPEA SALAD SANDWICHES



Dilly Chickpea Salad Sandwiches image

These chickpea salad sandwiches are super flavorful and contain less fat and cholesterol than chicken salad. They make delightful picnic sandwiches. -Deanna McDonald, Muskegon, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise or vegan mayonnaise
3 tablespoons honey mustard or Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons snipped fresh dill
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
12 slices multigrain bread
Optional: Romaine leaves, tomato slices, dill pickle slices and sweet red pepper rings

Steps:

  • Place chickpeas in a large bowl; mash to desired consistency. Stir in onion, celery, mayonnaise, mustard, dill, vinegar, salt, paprika and pepper. Spread over each of 6 bread slices; layer with toppings of your choice and remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 586mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 10g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh vegetables: Fresh vegetables will give your stew the best flavor and texture. If you can, try to buy organic vegetables.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: Overcooked vegetables will become mushy and lose their flavor. Cook them just until they are tender-crisp.
  • Use a good quality vegetable broth: The vegetable broth is the base of the stew, so it's important to use a good quality broth. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and made with real vegetables.
  • Season the stew well: Don't be afraid to season the stew to taste. Add salt, pepper, and other spices until the stew is flavorful.
  • Serve the stew with a side of bread or rice: A side of bread or rice will help to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • Enjoy the stew! Chickpea and spinach stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day.

Conclusion:

Chickpea and spinach stew is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins. The stew can be made with a variety of vegetables, so you can easily customize it to your liking. Serve the stew with a side of bread or rice, and enjoy!

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