Recipe Detail
Chickpea and Spinach Curry
A fiber-rich legume curry that pairs plant protein with leafy greens for steady energy.
| Calories | 338 kcal |
| Protein | 17g |
| Prep Time | 25 mins |
| Nutri-Grade | A |
Why it supports metabolic health
Combines legumes and greens to support fullness, improve fiber intake, and provide a balanced plant-forward meal option.
Ingredients
- • 1 1/2 cups boiled chickpeas
- • 2 cups spinach leaves, blanched and pureed
- • 1 medium onion, chopped
- • 1 large tomato, pureed
- • 4 garlic cloves, minced
- • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- • 1/4 tsp turmeric
- • 1 tsp coriander powder
- • 1/2 tsp garam masala
- • 1 tsp olive oil
- • Salt and lemon juice to taste
Method
- Heat oil, add cumin seeds and garlic, and saute briefly.
- Add onion and cook until soft.
- Add tomato puree and spices, then cook until thick.
- Add spinach puree and chickpeas, then mix well.
- Simmer 5 to 7 minutes, adjusting consistency with water if needed.
- Finish with lemon juice and serve warm.
Substitution options
- • Replace chickpeas with rajma or green gram.
- • Use kale instead of spinach when available.
- • Add paneer cubes for extra protein.
Best fit for
High Protein Vegetarian · Diabetic-Friendly · Gut Health Focused
Keep the curry thick to improve satiety and make portioning easier.