Spicy Chickpea Tagine

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Transport your taste buds to North Africa with this delicious Spicy Chickpea Tagine—a hearty, plant-based stew bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors. This comforting dish combines protein-packed chickpeas, tender vegetables like zucchini, carrots, and red bell pepper, and sweet pops of dried apricots, all simmered in a fragrant tomato-based sauce infused with warming spices like cumin, cinnamon, and turmeric. A hint of harissa paste adds just the right amount of heat, while fresh cilantro and a splash of lemon juice brighten the finished dish. Ready in under an hour and perfect for meal prep, this vegan tagine pairs beautifully with fluffy couscous or crusty bread for an easy weeknight dinner or a flavorful addition to your next gathering.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 40 min
• Total Time: 55 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

20 items

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 tablespoon harissa paste
• 2 15-ounce cans canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 large carrot, sliced into rounds
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium zucchini, diced
• 0.5 cup dried apricots, chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or tagine over medium heat.

2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

4. Add the cumin, cinnamon, paprika, turmeric, and harissa paste. Stir well to coat the aromatics in the spices.

5. Add the chickpeas, diced tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

6. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes.

7. Add the carrot, red bell pepper, zucchini, and dried apricots. Stir to incorporate.

8. Simmer the tagine for an additional 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded.

9. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.

10. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

11. Serve hot with couscous, rice, or crusty bread on the side.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (2592.2g)

Calories		1978
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		53.8 g	69%
	Saturated Fat	7.6 g	38%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	4.1 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		6607 mg	287%
Total Carbohydrate		323.4 g	118%
	Dietary Fiber	80.0 g	286%
	Total Sugars	116.6 g
Protein		77.1 g	154%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		720 mg	55%
Iron		30.5 mg	169%
Potassium		5934 mg	126%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 484 cal (23.2%%)

Protein: 308 cal (14.8%%)

Carbs: 1293 cal (62.0%%)