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Creamy Coconut Chickpea Spinach Meatless Curry

Easy Creamy Coconut Chickpea Spinach Meatless Curry Bliss

Creamy Coconut Chickpea Spinach Meatless Curry combines wholesome ingredients into a luscious, satisfying dish that's meat-free, perfect for cozy meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 1 can Canned chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 can Coconut milk full fat recommended
  • 5 cups Fresh spinach washed
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Garam masala
For Aromatics & Flavor
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic cloves minced
  • 1 inch Fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
For Garnish and Serving
  • 1/4 cup Fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 pieces Lime wedges
  • 2 cups Cooked basmati rice or warm naan

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering, about 1 minute.
  2. Add diced onion, stirring until soft and golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Mix in tomato paste, stirring until it darkens slightly, about 1 minute.
Spice Mixing
  1. Sprinkle ground cumin, turmeric powder, coriander, and garam masala, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Curry Base
  1. Add drained chickpeas to the pan, stirring to coat.
  2. Pour in coconut milk, bring to a gentle simmer, then cook for 5 minutes.
Adding Spinach
  1. Add fresh spinach handfuls and stir gently until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for another 5 minutes.
Serving
  1. Ladle curry into bowls, sprinkle with fresh cilantro, and serve with lime wedges and naan or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 15gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For richer creaminess, drizzle with extra coconut milk before serving.

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