Smart Recipe Kitchen

2026-03-09

Serves: 6 | Total time: ~35 minutes | Why it works: Tomato paste and spices build depth quickly; lemon and herbs keep it fresh.

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp oregano
• 2 cans (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed
• 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 3 cups chopped kale or spinach
• Juice and zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley or dill

Method

1) In a pot, heat oil over medium. Sauté onion and carrot 6 minutes. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds.

2) Stir in tomato paste, cumin, paprika, oregano; cook 1 minute until darkened.

3) Add chickpeas, tomatoes, broth, salt, and pepper. Simmer 12–15 minutes.

4) Stir in greens to wilt. Finish with lemon juice/zest and parsley. Adjust salt.

Tips

• Serve with crusty bread or over couscous.
• Add a dollop of yogurt for creaminess.