Easy, Healthy Chickpea Curry

Ok, so I literally came up with this recipe at the last minute in college, when I was desperate for a new dinner option, to use up a can of garbanzo (chickpea) beans, and craving Indian.  I promise it is super easy…after all, I was stuck in a college apartment kitchen and generally didn’t have enough time for long food preps, etc.  It turned out great (much to my excitement..and stomach) and so now I’m here to pass along the goods to you.  It is super healthy, has tons of fiber and protein from the chickpeas, and is very low in fat.

Easy & Healthy Chickpea Curry

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 15-oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon cumin
2 spoonfuls plain yogurt (optional)
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
salt and pepper

Directions:

1. Heat oil in non-stick skillet over medium heat.  Add onion and cook until soft or golden color.


2. Add garlic and spices, and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously until aromatic.


3. Add tomatoes and cook 1-2 minutes.


4. Pour in chicken broth and chickpeas, cover and let simmer 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.  Stir in yogurt at end.


5. Serve!

Super easy, what did I tell you? This is great served with quinoa, but would also be great with brown rice or basmati, or nothing at all.  I always serve it with a big spoonful of greek or regular plain yogurt.  This really helps cut any heat and just tastes good!  Enjoy and be sure to let me know your thoughts if you decide to make it yourself !

Comments

[Tasha @ Diapers 'n' Demiglace]

This sounds yummy. I need this for a quick meal during the week. Very impressive recipes. You have a very bright future ahead of you.