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Chickpea and Spinach Curry

This delicious Chickpea and Spinach Curry is a perfect meatless meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes!
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Diet Gluten Free
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 206kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 red onion finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
  • 15 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 13.5 oz can coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper this is for family friendly, increase the amount of cayenne for more heat.
  • 2 cans garbanzo beans or chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups baby spinach chopped
  • basmati rice cooked, for serving
  • chopped cilantro for serving

Instructions

  • In a large skillet over medium heat add the olive oil, when shimmering add the onion and cook until softened, 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and ginger and cook for 1 minute more or until fragrant. 
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, coconut milk, curry powder, garam masala, cumin, coriander, turmeric, salt, and cayenne. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the chickpeas and spinach, cook until the spinach has wilted, about 3 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
  • Serve warm with a side of rice and naan. 

Notes

Can use fresh or frozen spinach. If using frozen, reduce the amount used to about 1 cup, since the spinach is already cooked down you won't need as much. 
Can swap out chickpeas for lentils or a meat option such as chopped grilled chicken.
Nutritional information is an estimate, does not include the rice or chopped cilantro for serving in the numbers provided. 

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 307mg | Potassium: 481mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1122IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 3mg