Chickpea Curry

This chickpea curry is simple, warm, and steady.
Tomatoes create a gentle base while chickpeas add substance and balance.
Spices simmer quietly, allowing the flavors to settle naturally.
Fresh cilantro and lime bring brightness at the finish.
A comforting everyday curry that pairs easily with rice or flatbread.

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Chickpea Curry

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Chickpea curry with tomatoes and cilantro served with lime for a simple and comforting vegetarian Indian-style dish.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 25 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course, Snack

Cuisine: Indian, Mediterranean

Calories: 217

Ingredients Equipment Cooking Instructions Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• ½ teaspoon turmeric
• ½ teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 can 15 oz crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
• Lime wedges for serving

Equipment

5 Quart Pot

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Cooking Instructions

 

1. Heat olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
2. Add onion and cook until softened.
3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
4. Add cumin, coriander, turmeric, chili powder, and salt.
5. Stir in chickpeas, crushed tomatoes, and water.
6. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with cilantro.
8. Serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 9gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 547mgPotassium: 559mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 334IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Mash a few chickpeas for a thicker curry.

Adjust chili powder for preferred spice level.

Add lime juice just before serving for brightness.

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