Also called chana masala, this dish is a comforting and delicious dinner.

Nutrition Notes

Is Chickpea Curry Good for Weight Loss?

High-fiber legumes like chickpeas can help you reach your weight-loss goals.

ingredients for chickpea curry laid out on a wooden cutting board

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Legumes are known for their high concentration ofvegetarian protein, fiber and key vitamins and minerals.

A1/2 cup of cooked chickpeasprovides a whopping 6 grams of dietary fiber.

It is well-known that increasing your dietary fiber intakemay help in your weight-loss journey.

overhead shot of chopped onions in a food processor

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To reheat, you’re free to microwave it on High until warm.

Chickpea curry is also easy tofreeze.

Portion and store it in freezer-safe containers for up to 2 months.

overhead shot of chopped onions and spices in a pan with a wooden spoon

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Be sure to label the containers so you’re able to keep track of their freshness.

Scrape down the sides and pulse again.

Add onion; pulse until finely chopped, but not watery.

close-up shot of chickpea curry in a bowl

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Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.

Add the onion mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 3 to 5 minutes.

Add coriander, cumin and turmeric and cook, stirring, for 2 minutes.

Pulse tomatoes in the food processor until finely chopped.

Add to the pan along with salt.

Reduce heat to maintain a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, for 4 minutes.

Serve topped with cilantro, if desired.

  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

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