Ingredients

  • 2 Tbs. olive oil
  • 2 medium-sized onions, finely chopped (about 2 cups)
  • 1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips
  • 1 28-oz. can whole tomatoes, drained and chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 1 cup)
  • Large pinch saffron threads
  • 1 15-oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 small turnips (about 1/2 lb.), peeled and quartered
  • 2 medium-sized carrots (about 1/2 lb.), peeled, halved and cut into chunks
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 small zucchini, cut into large chunks
  • Spiced Cilantro Dressing

Method

  • Heat oil in 4-qt.
  • Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
  • Add onions and bell pepper, and cook 10 minutes, stirring often, or until onions are softened.
  • Stir in tomatoes, celery, 1 cup water and saffron.
  • Cover, and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, 10 minutes.
  • Stir in chickpeas, turnips, carrots, salt and pepper.
  • Simmer, partially covered, 20 minutes.
  • Add zucchini, and simmer 10 minutes more.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper, if necessary.
  • Serve with spoonfuls of Spiced Cilantro Dressing.