Harissa Chickpeas
Prepare a cozy harissa chickpea stew that's comforting and delicious! This one-pot meal is packed with protein and fiber, thanks to chickpeas simmered in a creamy, spicy tomato harissa sauce with spinach.
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 11 oz (330 g) cherry tomatoes halved (see notes)
- 1 ½ Tbsp olive oil divided
- Salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste
- 1 medium onion diced
- 4 cloves of garlic minced
- 2 Tbsp harissa paste (see FAQs for subs)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 2-3 Tbsp nutritional yeast optional
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas drained
- 1 cup (240 ml) canned coconut milk
- 2 oz (60 g) spinach or kale
Instructions
- You can watch the short video for visual instructions.First, if using fresh cherry tomatoes, spread them across a baking tray/dish, drizzle with a little olive oil, sprinkle with salt and Italian seasoning, toss well, then roast in a preheated oven at 360°F/180°C for 25-30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, peel and dice the onion, mince the garlic, and heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-based skillet over medium heat.
- Once hot, sauté the onion for 3-4 minutes, then add the garlic for a minute, stirring occasionally.
- Add the roasted tomatoes, harissa paste, all seasonings, and chickpeas, and stir well.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes, then stir in the canned coconut milk, bring to a simmer, and cook over medium-low until it thickens.
- Add the spinach and simmer until wilted (about 2 minutes), stirring occasionally.
- Finally, remove it from the heat and serve drizzled with a swirl of coconut milk – enjoy!
Notes
- Tomatoes: Instead of roasting the cherry tomatoes, you can use a can of fire-roasted tomatoes. This will save you about 25-30 minutes!
- To adjust the spice: For a milder sauce, use 1 tbsp harissa paste and/or sub tomato paste. For a hotter sauce, use more paste and/or add chili/cayenne pepper or chili flakes.
- To adjust the consistency: For a thinner chickpea stew, add plant-based milk. For a thicker stew, simmer it longer, mash some chickpeas, or add cornstarch slurry (½ tbsp + water).
Nutrition Facts
Harissa Chickpeas
Amount per Serving
Calories
327
% Daily Value*
Fat
18
g
28
%
Saturated Fat
9
g
45
%
Sodium
557
mg
23
%
Potassium
447
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
24
g
8
%
Fiber
8.8
g
35
%
Sugar
9
g
10
%
Protein
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
103
IU
2
%
Vitamin C
15
mg
18
%
Calcium
83
mg
8
%
Iron
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.