Zesty Moroccan Chickpea & Lentil Stew

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup lentils, dry, sorted and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes, with juices
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 cup couscous
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large pot, sauté the onion and garlic in a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Add the chickpeas, lentils, diced tomatoes with juices, broth, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, paprika, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, until lentils are tender.