Spicy Vegetarian Stew

This spicy vegetarian stew is packed with wholesome flavor thanks to butternut squash, carrots, jalapenos, and spinach.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 309 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin, or more to taste
• 1 teaspoon chili powder, or more to taste
• 1 (16 ounce) bag fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or more to taste
• 1 (10 ounce) package matchstick carrots
• 3 medium jalapeno peppers, minced
• 1 teaspoon hot smoked paprika
• 1 (16 ounce) package frozen diced butternut squash
• 2.5 cups vegetable broth

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a stockpot over medium-high heat. Add carrots, jalapenos, onion, and garlic; cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent, about 4 minutes. Add cumin, cayenne, chili powder, and paprika; cook and stir for 1 minute.

Step 2

Add vegetable broth, squash, and chickpeas; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until carrots are tender, about 10 minutes. Uncover and add spinach. Cook and stir until spinach is wilted, 5 to 7 minutes.