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    Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cauliflower Broccoli Rice

    Published: Apr 30, 2017 · Modified: Jan 9, 2019 by Richa 31 Comments

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    Flavorful Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cumin scented Cauliflower Broccoli Rice. Smoky tomatoey 30 Minute Spanish Chickpea Stew can be served over rice or grains or cauliflower or broccoli rice. Vegan Gluten-free Nut-free Grain-free Soy-free Recipe. Jump to Recipe   

    Flavorful Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cumin scented Cauliflower Broccoli Rice. Smoky tomatoey Chickpea Stew can be served over rice or grains or cauliflower or broccoli rice. Vegan Gluten-free Nut-free Grain-free Soy-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com

    This Spanish Stew is smoky, tomatoey, 1 Pot and amazing and comes together really quickly. If you already have some rice to serve it over, then this is a One Pot meal and ready within 30 minutes!

    I serve the stew over rice, or cauliflower rice, or broccoli + cauliflower rice. Cauliflower and Broccoli are riced in a processor. They are flavored with toasted cumin, salt and lemon and steamed to make a fluffy al dente cooked mixture. The Stew uses onion and tomato base with bay leaves, paprika and oregano for flavor. Chickpeas and veggies are simmered for 10 to 15 minutes to develop flavor and served. Add in some baby greens towards to end. The stew gets tastier the longer it sits. Change up the beans or spices and make it your own.  

    Flavorful Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cumin scented Cauliflower Broccoli Rice. Smoky tomatoey Chickpea Stew can be served over rice or grains or cauliflower or broccoli rice. Vegan Gluten-free Nut-free Grain-free Soy-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com

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    Use other beans or lentils for variation in this stew. Add garnishes such as onion, cilantro, avocado.  If you make this easy stew, please do rate and comment on this recipe post!

    Flavorful Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cumin scented Cauliflower Broccoli Rice. Smoky tomatoey Chickpea Stew can be served over rice or grains or cauliflower or broccoli rice. Vegan Gluten-free Nut-free Grain-free Soy-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com


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    Flavorful Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cumin scented Cauliflower Broccoli Rice. Smoky tomatoey Chickpea Stew can be served over rice or grains or cauliflower or broccoli rice. Vegan Gluten-free Nut-free Grain-free Soy-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com

    Both the stew and cauliflower broccoli rice can cook in parallel and you have a bowl within half an hour.  

    Flavorful Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cumin scented Cauliflower Broccoli Rice. Smoky tomatoey Chickpea Stew can be served over rice or grains or cauliflower or broccoli rice. Vegan Gluten-free Nut-free Grain-free Soy-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com

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    Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cauliflower Broccoli Rice

    Flavorful Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cumin scented Cauliflower Broccoli Rice. Smoky tomatoey 30 Minute Spanish Chickpea Stew can be served over rice or grains or cauliflower or broccoli rice. Vegan Gluten-free Nut-free Grain-free Soy-free Recipe.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time40 mins
    Course: Main
    Cuisine: Gluten-free, Spanish, Vegan
    Servings: 3
    Calories: 338kcal
    Author: Vegan Richa

    Ingredients

    Chickpea Stew:

    • 1 tsp oil
    • 1/2 cup (80 g) chopped onion
    • 3 cloves garlic finely chopped
    • 12 oz (340.2 g) of canned diced tomatoes unsalted, or 2 large juicy tomatoes
    • 1 inch ginger
    • 3/4 tsp (0.75 tsp) paprika smoky or a combination of sweet and smoky
    • 1/2 to 3/4 tsp cumin
    • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) or more cayenne
    • a generous dash of black pepper
    • 1 bay leaf
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) dried oregano
    • 1 15 oz (433 g) can chickpeas drained or 1.5 cups cooked chickpeas
    • 1.5 cups (273 g) vegetables chopped small such as cauliflower, carrots, zucchini, green or red bell pepper
    • 1 cup (250 ml) or more water
    • 1/2 to 3/4 tsp salt depends on if the chickpeas are already salted
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) sugar or maple syrup or other sweetener

    Cumin Scented Cauliflower Broccoli Rice:

    • 1.5 cups (151 g) cauliflower florets or 1 cup grated or shredded heaped
    • 1.5 cups (137.41 g) broccoli florets or 1 scant cup shredded
    • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) oil
    • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) cumin seeds
    • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) or more salt
    • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) garlic
    • 1 dash of cayenne optional
    • a good dash of lemon juice

    Instructions

    Chickpea Stew:

    • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook until translucent, stirring occasionally. 3 mins.
    • Meanwhile, blend the tomato with the ginger to puree and keep ready. Alternatively use tomato puree and minced ginger.
    • Add the spices to the saucepan and mix for a few seconds. Add tomato ginger puree to the saucepan and cook for 4 minutes until starting to thicken, stir occasionally. (add a tbsp tomato paste for color and flavor if using fresh tomatoes).
    • Add the chickpeas and the vegetables and mix in. Add water and salt, sugar/sweetener and cook partially covered for 10 to 12 minutes until vegetables are tender. Fold in baby spinach or greens at this point if using. Taste and adjust salt and heat. Add a dash of lemon to balance if needed.

    Cumin scented Cauliflower Broccoli rice:

    • Grate or shred the cauliflower and broccoli in a food processor. Pulse until it is evenly shredded. Heat oil over medium in a skillet. Add cumin seeds and let them start to change color. 1 minute. Add grated cauliflower and broccoli mix well. Add salt, garlic and cayenne and mix well. Reduce heat to medium low. Cover and cook for 4 to 5 minutes. Add a dash of lemon fluff and cover and let it continue to steam in its own heat for another 2 minutes.
    • Add individual serving to bowls with the chickpea stew, some cilantro, chopped red onion, crunchy veggies or greens. Serve hot.

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    Notes

    To make this in Instant Pot: Follow Steps 1 to 3 in saute mode in the IP. Add the chickpeas, veggies, water, salt and sugar and cook for 1 to 2 minutes manual-high pressure. Let the pressure release naturally. Mix in the greens if using and serve.
    Nutritional values based on one serving

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cauliflower Broccoli Rice
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 338 Calories from Fat 54
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 6g9%
    Sodium 386mg17%
    Potassium 1140mg33%
    Carbohydrates 57g19%
    Fiber 16g67%
    Sugar 14g16%
    Protein 16g32%
    Vitamin A 12180IU244%
    Vitamin C 84.2mg102%
    Calcium 137mg14%
    Iron 5.6mg31%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Flavorful Spanish Chickpea Stew with Cumin scented Cauliflower Broccoli Rice. Smoky tomatoey Chickpea Stew can be served over rice or grains or cauliflower or broccoli rice. Vegan Gluten-free Nut-free Grain-free Soy-free Recipe | VeganRicha.com

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    1. Farah

      September 29, 2020 at 6:59 am

      5 stars
      You should be the worlds most reknown vegan cook! This was such a delicious meal. Will definitely be a new staple for me. Thank you Richa 🙂

      Reply
      • Vegan Richa Support

        September 29, 2020 at 12:00 pm

        Awesome !!!wow, what a compliment , thanks

        Reply
    2. Keren

      January 21, 2020 at 5:24 am

      5 stars
      I loved it. It’s the first time I’ve made cauliflower-broccoli rice. Certainly not the last though. It’s a great idea for using them up because with them being in season and so in their peak, I bought a few too many. I loved the stew, so full of flavour and spicy. This one is another dish that is perfect for cold and rainy winter days. Delicious, filling and satisfying. Thanks Richa.

      Reply
      • Richa

        January 21, 2020 at 1:42 pm

        awesome

        Reply
    3. alara

      November 03, 2019 at 9:07 am

      5 stars
      This chickpea recipe is the best one i’ve ever made. It’s so delicious. Everyone should try it.

      Reply
      • Richa

        November 03, 2019 at 12:46 pm

        awesome!

        Reply
    4. Richard Darsie

      February 01, 2019 at 6:39 pm

      5 stars
      This was our dinner tonight. Fabulous! This one is a keeper. The “broccoflower” rice is a great addition.

      Reply
      • Richa

        February 01, 2019 at 7:08 pm

        awesome! Thanks!

        Reply
    5. MiMi

      January 15, 2019 at 12:54 pm

      5 stars
      This was delicious!!! I should have doubled the recipe because we couldn’t stop eating!

      Reply
      • Richa

        January 15, 2019 at 1:03 pm

        awesome!

        Reply
    6. Yui

      February 02, 2018 at 11:03 am

      5 stars
      Hey Richa,

      normally I don’t post on websites, but I need to leave you a gigantic compliment for your work on these recipes and the website!
      I tripped over your site and up till now I spent more than tree hours looking at your recipes and saving them.
      This spanish chickpea recipe was perfect for my small appetite and the ingredients in my fridge (But I didn’t have any cauliflower, so I made this with millet 😀 ) It was really really good, even though it’s so simple (in a good way 😉 )
      You’re amazing!!! Keep going, because the vegan world need such creative heads like yours!
      Thanks for everything!
      And greetings from Germany <3

      Reply
    7. Cassie Autumn Tran

      May 24, 2017 at 7:32 pm

      This looks superb! I love how the chickpeas pop in that vibrant stew sauce. Definitely want to try it out sometime!

      Reply
    8. Kate

      May 07, 2017 at 12:02 pm

      Totally delicious!! The “rice” was brilliant xx

      Reply
      • Richa

        May 07, 2017 at 12:11 pm

        Awesome!

        Reply
    9. ruxi

      May 05, 2017 at 2:08 am

      i’ve made this and it’s definitely one of my favorite dishes ever! just incredibly good, everything goes so well together!! i didn’t make the “rice” in a pan, instead i started with slightly steamed broccoli and cauliflower florets, which i broke apart into tiny pieces by hand, and combined them with all the other ingredients listed except for garlic, and no additional cooking. it was still perfect and delicious!

      Reply
    10. Shelly

      May 03, 2017 at 12:08 pm

      5 stars
      While making the Chickpea Stew I mistakenly opened a can of tomatoes with cilantro and jalapeño. I went with it but left out the cayenne and it turned out amazing! Next time will double for my family of four to have leftovers. Served over Freekah. Thank you!

      Reply
    11. Shulamit

      May 03, 2017 at 1:26 am

      Made this for dinner tonight. Outstanding!!!

      Reply
      • Richa

        May 03, 2017 at 10:57 am

        Awesome!

        Reply
    12. anna

      May 02, 2017 at 10:32 am

      I was just thinking of making chickpea stew a few days ago. Perfect timing! Can’t wait to make this! (:

      Reply
    13. Anna Hayes

      May 02, 2017 at 3:59 am

      5 stars
      This looks amazing I can’t wait to try it! Broccoli and cauliflower are my favourite veggies at the moment and combining them to make rice is a great idea! I am also having a bit of a Spanish obsession on my blog so thank you for some extra inspiration! 🙂

      Reply
    14. Megan

      May 02, 2017 at 2:25 am

      Just made it…it was amazing! Thank you ????

      Reply
      • Richa

        May 03, 2017 at 10:56 am

        yay! Thanks!

        Reply
    15. Megan Davis

      May 01, 2017 at 3:00 pm

      5 stars
      The chickpea stew and broccoli rice make this recipe look so perfect! I can’t wait to try this. Thanks!

      Reply
    16. Simone

      May 01, 2017 at 11:31 am

      I’m a big fan of cauliflower (or broccoli) rice and use it too often (according to my husband..haha) but I’m pretty sure I would be making him and myself really happy with this version. Looks delicious!

      Reply
    17. Analida's Ethnic Spoon

      April 30, 2017 at 7:51 pm

      5 stars
      Just wow. Chickpeas have endless possibilities and this one has me drooling! I’ve wanted to get away from just salad toppings and curry and this looks like the perfect starting point. Thanks for the inspiration!

      Reply
    18. Alyssa

      April 30, 2017 at 6:06 pm

      Making this right now!!!
      Thanks so much for the recipe:)

      Reply
    19. Richa

      April 30, 2017 at 5:36 pm

      pulse in the processor with the regular s blade.

      Reply
    20. in2insight

      April 30, 2017 at 5:08 pm

      Looks wonderful, and love the idea of the veggie “rice”.
      Do you just pulse in the food processor or use the shredding disc?

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 30, 2017 at 8:01 pm

        pulse in the processor with the regular s blade.

        Reply
    21. Laina

      April 30, 2017 at 4:12 pm

      Looks delicious!

      Can you tell me how much 1.5 cups of cauliflower/broccoli weighs?

      Thanks!!!

      Reply
      • Richa

        April 30, 2017 at 5:35 pm

        about 90 to 100 gms

        Reply

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