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Andalusian Chickpea Spinach Stew with Paprika

Name: Andalusian Chickpea Spinach Stew with Paprika
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Olive Oil, 2 tablespoons; Onion, 1 medium, finely chopped; Garlic Cloves, 3, minced; Smoked Paprika, 2 teaspoons; Ground Cumin, 1/2 teaspoon; Canned Chickpeas, 2 cups, drained and rinsed; Vegetable Broth, 4 cups; Bay Leaves, 2; Spinach Leaves, 4 cups, thoroughly washed; Lemon Juice, 1 tablespoon; Salt, To taste; Black Pepper, To taste

This Andalusian chickpea spinach stew, enriched with smoky paprika, offers a comforting and nutritious meal that brings the taste of the Mediterranean to your table.

4.8(885 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·January 18, 2026

Andalusian Chickpea Spinach Stew with Paprika — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Stew Base

For the Chickpeas

For the Spinach

Seasonings

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 217 kcal
Protein: 8.03 g
Carbs: 27.6 g
Fat: 9.08 g
Fiber: 6.78 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 866 kcal
Protein: 32.1 g
Carbs: 110.3 g
Fat: 36.3 g
Fiber: 27.1 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Olive Oil 2 tablespoons	239	0	0	27	0
Onion 1 medium, finely chopped	44	1.2	10	0.1	1.9
Garlic Cloves 3, minced	13	0.5	3	0	0.2
Smoked Paprika 2 teaspoons	12	0.6	2.5	0.6	1.6
Ground Cumin 1/2 teaspoon	4	0.2	0.5	0.2	0.3
Canned Chickpeas 2 cups, drained and rinsed	480	24	80	8	20
Vegetable Broth 4 cups	40	2	8	0	0
Bay Leaves 2	0	0	0	0	0
Spinach Leaves 4 cups, thoroughly washed	28	3.4	4.5	0.4	2.8
Lemon Juice 1 tablespoon	4	0.1	1.3	0	0.1
Salt To taste	0	0	0	0	0
Black Pepper To taste	2	0.1	0.5	0	0.2

These are estimates and not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Stew Base

1
Heat the oil
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2
Sauté the onion
Add onion and sauté until translucent, around 5-7 minutes.
3
Add spices
Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, and ground cumin; cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
Tip: Use high-quality smoked paprika for an authentic flavor.

Preparing the Chickpeas and Spinach

1
Combine chickpeas and broth
Add the chickpeas, vegetable broth, and bay leaves to the pot.
2
Simmer
Bring to a simmer and let cook for 25-30 minutes to meld flavors.
Tip: Keep an eye on the broth level; add a little water if necessary to keep the stew moist.
3
Add spinach
Add spinach, stir in lemon juice, and cook until spinach wilts.
Tip: Crush a few chickpeas against the pot wall to naturally thicken the stew.