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Spinach and Chickpea Moroccan Style Stew

Spinach and Chickpea Moroccan Style Stew

with Greek Style Salad Cheese and Mint Couscous
Mimi Morley
Mimi MorleyUpdated on March 05, 2026
Calories
669 kcal
Protein
27.9g protein
Total
20 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Sulphites
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Celery
  • Milk
  • Soya
  • May contain traces of allergens
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

40

Dried Apricots

(Contains: Sulphites)

3

Garlic Clove

1

Chickpeas

120

Couscous

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten May contain traces of: Soya)

20

Vegetable Stock Paste

(Contains: Celery)

1

Ras-el-Hanout

100

Tagine Paste

1

Tomato Passata

40

Baby Spinach

1

Mint

100

Greek Style Salad Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

Not included in your delivery

240

Water for the Couscous

50

Water for the Sauce

1

Sugar for the Sauce

Energy (kcal)669 kcal
Energy (kJ)2797 kJ
Fat22.9 g
of which saturates9.8 g
Carbohydrate84 g
of which sugars21.8 g
Protein27.9 g
Salt4.6 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Sieve
Garlic Press
Kettle
Medium Saucepan
Lid
Grill Pan

Instructions

Get Prepped
1

a) Fill and boil your kettle.
b) Roughly chop the apricots.
c) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
d) Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a sieve.

Cook the Couscous
2

a) Heat a drizzle of oil in a medium saucepan on medium heat. Add half the garlic and stir-fry for 30 secs.
b) Pour the boiling water for the couscous (see ingredients for amount) into the pan and bring back to the boil.
c) When boiling, remove from the heat and stir in the couscous and half the veg stock paste.
d) Pop a lid on the pan and leave to the side for 8-10 mins or until ready to serve.

Start the Stew
3

a) Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.
b) Once hot, add the ras el hanout, tagine paste, chopped apricots and remaining garlic. Cook, stirring, for 30 secs.

Simmer the Sauce
4

a) Stir the passata, water and sugar for the sauce (see ingredients for both amounts) and remaining veg stock paste into the pan. Season with salt and pepper.
b) Add the chickpeas and simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly, 4-5 mins.
c) Stir in the spinach a handful at a time until wilted and piping hot, 2-3 mins.

Finish the Prep
5

a) While the stew cooks, roughly chop the mint (stalks and all).
b) Crumble the Greek style salad cheese into small pieces.
c) When ready, fluff up the couscous with a fork and stir through the mint.
d) Taste the couscous and add salt and pepper if needed.

Serve
6

a) Taste the stew and add salt and pepper if needed. Add a splash of water too if you feel it needs loosening up a bit.
b) Serve the couscous in bowls and spoon the stew on top.
c) Scatter over the Greek style salad cheese to finish. Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the tasty and unique blend of flavours, with apricots adding a pleasant sweetness to the dish.
  • Ease of prep: Reviewers found this recipe quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for a midweek dinner.
  • Suggestions: Consider reducing the mint for a less overpowering flavour; some suggest adding toasted flaked almonds for extra texture.
  • Next-day meals: The stew's flavour develops nicely, making it as good or even better when reheated the next day.
  • Portions: Some found the meal satisfying, while others wished for larger portions or more vegetables in the dish.
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