Spanish Chickpea Stew USDA Recipe for Family Child Care Homes

Age Group: Ages 3-5
Serving Size: 6
The mild spicing of cumin and paprika, the heartiness of chickpeas, the soothing taste of spinach, the slight acidity of tomatoes, and the sweetness of golden raisins, create a delicious stew that will make your mouth water.
CACFP CREDITING INFORMATION
1 cup provides:
Legume as Meat Alternate: 1½ oz equivalent meat alternate, ³⁄8 cup vegetable, and ¼ cup fruit.
OR
Legume as Vegetable: ¾ cup vegetable and ¼ cup fruit.
Legume vegetable can be counted as either a meat alternate or as a legume vegetable but not as both simultaneously.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Add onions and continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent.
  • Mix in paprika and cumin.
  • Add spinach and cook for 7 minutes.
  • Add garbanzo beans (chickpeas), raisins, tomatoes, and chicken stock. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 7-10 minutes, or until raisins are plump.
  • Add vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Serve hot.

Nutrition INFORMATION

Spanish Chickpea Stew USDA Recipe for Family Child Care Homes
Amount Per Serving
 
1 cup
Calories
241
Total Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Cholesterol
 
0
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
156
mg
7
%
Total Carbohydrate
 
38
g
13
%
Dietary Fiber
 
6
g
25
%
Protein
 
8
g
16
%
Vitamin A
 
3325
IU
67
%
Vitamin C
 
7
mg
8
%
Calcium
 
93
mg
9
%
Iron
 
2
mg
11
%
N/A=data not available
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