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This Chickpea and Spinach Curry is a wholesome and flavorful dish that combines tender chickpeas, nutritious lentils, and vibrant spinach in a fragrant curry sauce. Perfect for a healthy midnight snack, it’s nourishing and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 1 cup (cooked)
• Spinach - 2 cups (fresh, chopped)
• Red lentils - 1/2 cup (dry)
• Coconut milk - 1 cup
• Onion - 1 medium (finely chopped)
• Garlic - 3 cloves (minced)
• Ginger - 1 inch (grated)
• Curry powder - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Water - 2 cups

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Add the curry powder and cumin, stirring well to coat the onions, and cook for another minute.
5. Pour in the coconut milk and water, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the red lentils and cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Once the lentils are tender, stir in the cooked chickpeas and chopped spinach.
8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and let it simmer for another 5 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh coriander if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, including iron and magnesium, supporting overall health.

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