Easy Slow Cooker Moroccan Chickpea & Vegetable Stew
A cozy and flavorful Moroccan stew made effortlessly in a slow cooker, perfect for chilly evenings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 480 minutes
- Total Time: 495 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Moroccan
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can Chickpeas (canned or soaked)
- 1 can Diced Tomatoes
- 4 cups Vegetable Broth
- 2 cups Carrots (sliced into rounds)
- 1 medium Zucchini (diced)
- 2 medium Bell Peppers (red or yellow)
- 1 medium Red Onion (diced)
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1 tsp Turmeric
- 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped for garnish)
- 2 whole Lemon Wedges (for serving)
- 2 tbsp Harissa Paste (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and chop your vegetables into the specified sizes.
- Combine Ingredients in the Slow Cooker: Add the vegetables, chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the slow cooker.
- Add the Spices: Sprinkle in the spices and stir gently.
- Optional Spice Boost: Mix in harissa paste if desired.
- Slow Cook the Stew: Set the slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Garnish and Serve: Stir and serve with cilantro and lemon wedges.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread, rice, or a refreshing salad. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg