Chickpea and Spinach Curry

A rich, creamy curry that's packed with protein and iron. This budget-friendly dish has become a weeknight favorite in our household, especially since my wife loves how it combines her favorite ingredients into a warming, satisfying meal.

dinner lunch gluten-free vegan Vegetarian Curry Indian
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

Spice Mix

Instructions

Preparation

  1. Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent (5-7 minutes).
  2. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add all spices and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes and coconut milk, stir well to combine.
  5. Add chickpeas and bring to a simmer. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Gradually add spinach in batches, stirring until wilted.
  7. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the curry has thickened.
  8. Stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning to taste.

Serving

  1. Serve hot with steamed basmati rice or naan bread.
  2. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Recipe from PrepAhead: Weekly Meal Planner & Recipe Organizer - 2025-10-22