Spinach and Chickpea Curry

Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric

  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes

  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth

  • 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped

  • 1/4 cup light coconut milk

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish

Directions:

  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  2. Add garlic and ginger, cooking for another minute. Stir in cumin, turmeric, coriander, and cinnamon, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  3. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.

  4. Stir in spinach and coconut milk. Cook until spinach is wilted and curry is heated through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with brown rice or whole grain naan.

Nutrition Information (per serving):

  • Calories: 220

  • Fat: 8g

  • Protein: 7g

  • Carbohydrates: 32g

  • Fiber: 8g