Chickpea Curry Pizza

Chickpea Curry Pizza combines the rich flavors of Indian spices with the beloved comfort of pizza, offering a unique twist that is both healthy and satisfying. Topped with a creamy chickpea curry and fresh vegetables, this dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 1 medium-sized (about 250g)
• Canned chickpeas - 1 cup (240g), drained and rinsed
• Coconut milk - 1/2 cup (120ml)
• Curry powder - 1 tablespoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Spinach - 1 cup (30g), fresh
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and grated ginger to the skillet, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Stir in the curry powder and turmeric, cooking for 30 seconds to release the spices' aroma.
5. Add the drained chickpeas and diced tomato to the skillet, mixing well to combine with the spices.
6. Pour in the coconut milk, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for about 5 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Fold in the fresh spinach and cook for another 1-2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat.
8. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
9. Transfer the rolled dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
10. Spread the chickpea curry mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cooked through.
12. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, promoting muscle health.
• Packed with fiber, aiding digestion and helping to maintain a healthy weight.

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