Heart-Healthy Chickpea Curry

Savor the wholesome goodness of this Heart-Healthy Chickpea Curry, a vibrant and nourishing dish that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, nutrient-dense baby spinach, and a medley of aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and turmeric, this recipe is the perfect blend of flavor and nutrition. Simmered with fresh ginger, garlic, and tomatoes, each bite is infused with warmth and zest, while a touch of lemon juice adds the perfect zing. This plant-based curry is low in sodium, made with heart-conscious ingredients like olive oil and vegetable broth, making it a guilt-free comfort dish. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for meal prepping or a quick weeknight dinner, serve it over brown rice or with warm, whole-grain naan for a satisfying and balanced meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon, grated Fresh ginger
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 1.5 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 30 ounces Canned chickpeas
• 4 cups Baby spinach
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it's translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add ground cumin, ground coriander, turmeric powder, cinnamon stick, and chili powder. Stir well and cook for 1 minute.

Step 5

Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring to a simmer and let cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas, then add them to the pan. Cook for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Add the baby spinach and stir until wilted, about 2 minutes.

Step 9

Stir in lemon juice, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.

Step 10

Remove from heat, discard the cinnamon stick, and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1968.4 grams (1968.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1351

Total Fat 54.50g	70%
Saturated Fat 9.20g	46%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.20g
Cholesterol 8mg	3%
Sodium 4536mg	197%
Total Carbohydrate 173.80g	63%
Dietary Fiber 48.50g	173%
Total Sugars 42.50g
Protein 45.60g	91%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 662mg	51%
Iron 20mg	109%
Potassium 3000mg	64%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.9%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 50.8%