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Chickpea and Spinach Curry

Creamy Chickpea and Spinach Curry for Cozy Weeknight Dinners

This Chickpea and Spinach Curry combines wholesome chickpeas and vibrant spinach in a creamy coconut base, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice Can be substituted with brown rice or quinoa.
For the Curry
  • 1 Yellow Onion Adds sweetness and depth.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Grated.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with any mild oil or ghee.
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Optional.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 medium Tomato Diced.
  • 2 cups Frozen Chopped Spinach Can substitute with fresh spinach.
  • 1 can Canned Chickpeas Drain and rinse.
  • 1/2 cup Water Or use vegetable broth.
  • 1 can Coconut Milk For creaminess.

Equipment

  • Medium pot
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, combine long grain white rice with 3 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. While the rice is cooking, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
  3. Stir in curry powder and ground cumin, cooking for about 1 minute. Then add diced tomato and salt, and cook for 5 more minutes until fragrant.
  4. Incorporate rinsed chickpeas and frozen spinach, add water, gently stir and bring to a simmer, cooking for about 5 minutes.
  5. Reduce heat and stir in coconut milk. Simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until the curry thickens to desired consistency.
  6. Serve the Chickpea and Spinach Curry generously over rice and enjoy warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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