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Easy Vegan Chickpea Curry
This easy vegan chickpea curry is creamy, fragrant, and comes together in about 30 minutes with pantry staples. It's a satisfying, plant-based meal packed with flavor.
10Prep min
20Cook min
30Total min
What you'll need
- 2 tablespoonsolive oil
- 1yellow onion, diced
- 3 clovesgarlic, minced
- 1 teaspoonfresh ginger, minced
- 2 tablespoonscurry powder
- 1/2 teaspoonground turmeric
- 2 cans (15 oz each)chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (14.5 oz)crushed tomatoes
- 1 can (14 oz)coconut milk
- 2 cupsbaby spinach
- to tastesalt
- optionalfresh cilantro, for garnish
Let's cook
- 1Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- 2Stir in the garlic and ginger and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 3Add the curry powder and turmeric, cooking for 1 minute to toast the spices.
- 4Add the chickpeas, crushed tomatoes, and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 5Stir in the spinach until wilted and season with salt.
- 6Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.
Make it yours
- Add diced potatoes or cauliflower for more heartiness.
- Adjust curry powder to taste for a milder or spicier curry.
- Top with a squeeze of lime juice.
Good with
- Steamed basmati rice
- Warm naan bread
- A dollop of vegan yogurt
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Can I use light coconut milk?
Yes, though the curry will be slightly less rich and creamy.
Can I freeze this curry?
Yes, it freezes well for up to 3 months.



