Ultimate Chickpea Curry
Rich, warming curry with 15g of fiber per serving
15g
Fiber per serving
Ingredients
- 2 (15oz) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 (14oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (14oz) can coconut milk (use light for lower fat)
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 tbsp curry powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Serve over brown rice or quinoa
Instructions
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Sauté aromatics: In a large pot over medium heat, sauté onion in a splash of water or vegetable broth for 5 minutes. Add garlic and ginger, cook 1 minute more.
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Add spices: Add curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and cinnamon. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
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Add liquids: Pour in diced tomatoes and coconut milk. Stir to combine.
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Add vegetables: Add chickpeas and cauliflower. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until cauliflower is tender.
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Finish: Stir in spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
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Serve: Serve over brown rice or quinoa, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Why This Works
This curry is a fiber powerhouse:
- Chickpeas (10g fiber per serving): Protein and fiber in one
- Cauliflower (2g fiber): Absorbs all the curry flavors
- Spinach (1g fiber): Nutrient-dense leafy greens
- Brown rice (2g fiber per 1/2 cup): Complete the meal
Total: 15g of fiber per serving - satisfying, warming, and incredibly healthy.
Storage
This curry tastes even better the next day! Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.