Spiced Chickpea and Spinach Stew
A hearty, nutrient-rich stew packed with fiber and antioxidants to support hormonal balance and reduce inflammation during perimenopause.
Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min
Makes about
1 serving
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Made by Mollie + Lila
Mollie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
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Prep
10 min
Cook
30 min
Total
40 min
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Equipment
Large pot
Time saver
Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
Do these three things first
- 1Prep large onion (diced), cloves garlic (minced), garbanzo beans (rinsed)
- 2Set out all ingredients before cooking
- 3Measure the pantry ingredients before heating the pan
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Instructions
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Next: Heat olive oil in a large pot…
- 01
Heat olive oil in a large pot…
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Look for: translucent
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Add minced garlic and diced carrots
Add minced garlic and diced carrots; cook for another 3-4 minutes until softened.
Look for: softened
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Stir in chili powder and chipotle powder…
Stir in chili powder and chipotle powder (if using) and cook for 1 minute to release flavors.
Allow: 1 minute
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Add garbanzo beans
Add garbanzo beans, pinto beans, salsa, and vegetable broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
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Reduce heat and let stew simmer gently…
Reduce heat and let stew simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Allow: 15-20 minutes
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Stir in cocoa powder or dark chocolate…
Stir in cocoa powder or dark chocolate until melted and combined.
Look for: melted and combined
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Add fresh spinach and corn
Add fresh spinach and corn; cook for another 3-5 minutes until spinach wilts.
Look for: spinach wilts
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Season with salt and pepper to taste
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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