Vegan Za’atar-Spiced Chickpea Stew
with Zucchini, Bell Pepper, Parsley & Basmati Rice
- Sesame
This hearty Lebanese-inspired stew is layered with spices for a full-flavored experience in every bite. You’ll simmer chickpeas, zucchini, and bell pepper in a cumin, paprika, and za’atar-spiced tomato broth until tender. Serve over fluffy, fragrant basmati rice with a sprinkle of parsley for a fresh, colorful garnish.
Ingredients
3 unit
Veggie Stock Concentrate
1 unit
Chickpeas
1 unit
Tomato Paste
1 unit
Zucchini
1 teaspoon
Cumin
2 clove
Garlic
1 teaspoon
Paprika
1 teaspoon
Chili Flakes
¼ ounce
Parsley
1 unit
Bell Pepper
1 cup
Basmati Rice
½ tablespoon
Za'atar Spice
(Contains: Sesame)
Not included in your delivery
2 teaspoon (tsp)
Cooking Oil
teaspoon (tsp)
Black Pepper
1 teaspoon (tsp)
Olive Oil
2 teaspoon (tsp)
Salt
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
• In a small pot (medium pot for 4 servings) combine rice, 1 1⁄2 cups water (3 cups for 4), and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low; cook until rice is tender, 18-20 minutes. • Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.
• While rice cooks, wash and dry produce. • Peel and mince garlic. Trim and slice zucchini crosswise into 1⁄2-inch-thick rounds. Core, deseed, and dice bell pepper into 1⁄2-inch pieces. Roughly chop parsley. • In a small bowl, combine garlic, cumin, paprika, half the Za’atar Spice (all for 4 servings), and as many chili flakes as you like.
• Heat a large drizzle of oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add spice mixture and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 10-15 seconds. TIP: Watch carefully and stir constantly to prevent burning! • Whisk in tomato paste; cook, whisking, until slightly darkened, 10-15 seconds. • Add 1 1⁄2 cups water (3 cups for 4 servings), chickpeas and their liquid, zucchini, bell pepper, stock concentrates, 1⁄2 tsp salt (1 tsp for 4), and pepper; stir to combine. • Increase heat to high, then cover and bring to a boil. Once boiling, uncover and reduce heat to medium. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until liquid has reduced and slightly thickened, 8-10 minutes. TIP: For a thicker stew, mash half the chickpeas with the back of a spoon! • Turn off heat; taste and season with salt and pepper.
• Fluff rice with a fork; stir in a drizzle of olive oil (large drizzle for 4 servings). • Divide rice between shallow bowls and top with chickpea stew. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Dec 2025- Flavor: Many enjoyed the spice blend, though some found it mild; consider adding extra chili flakes or za'atar for more punch 🌶️.
- Ease of prep: Simple to make with clear instructions, though a few noted the garlic step was easy to miss.
- Suggestions: For a thicker stew, reduce water or mash more chickpeas. Try adding fresh tomato or a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
- Portions: Generous servings left some with leftovers, while others wanted more stew compared to rice.
- Texture: Some found it too watery; simmer longer or use less liquid for a heartier consistency.
