Mediterranean Chickpea Stew

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

2 cloves garlic finely chopped

1 medium yellow onion chopped

1 green bell pepper cored, seeded, and chopped

4 medium zucchini chopped

1 (35-ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes drained

1 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas drained

1 tablespoon capers drained

1/2 teaspoon salt

Ground black pepper to taste

5 cups cooked couscous

Description

If you like, stir fresh herbs like oregano, parsley or mint into the cooked couscous before spooning this hearty chickpea stew over the top.

Dairy Free [1]
Vegan [2]
Vegetarian [3]
High Fiber [4]

Directions

Heat oil over medium heat in a large skillet.

Lower the heat, add garlic and onions and cook for 5 minutes until translucent.

Add green peppers and cook 5 minutes more.

Add zucchini and cook for 15 minutes.

Add tomatoes, crushing them with your hands.

Bring to a simmer and cook for another 20 minutes, or until zucchini is soft and translucent but still holds its shape.

Stir in chickpeas and capers and cook for another 5 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper, then serve over couscous.

Nutrition

Per Serving:370 calories (70 from fat), 7g total fat, 1g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 550mg sodium, 64g carbohydrate (10g dietary fiber, 11g sugar), 13g protein