Quick & Healthy Chickpea, Sweet Potato & Spinach Curry
Looking for a delicious, nutritious, and easy-to-make meal? This Chickpea, Sweet Potato & Spinach Curry is perfect for a wholesome dinner. Packed with protein, fibre, and rich flavours, it’s a satisfying meal that comes together in just 30 minutes!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Quick & Easy – Ready in 30 minutes
✔ Nutritious – Packed with protein, fibre, and healthy fats
✔ Meal Prep – If you don’t need all four portions, you can freeze it and heat it up for another night
✔ One-Pan Meal – Minimal clean-up required
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Onion, Chopped
- 7g Ginger, Grated
- 2 Cloves Garlic, Minced
- 1/2 Red Chili Pepper, Finely Chopped (Optional)
- 1 Sweet Potato, Peeled & Diced
- 1/2 tsp Hot Pepper (Optional)
- 1/2 tsp Sweet Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Turmeric
- 400g Chickpeas
- 150ml Vegetable Broth or Vegetable Stock
- 250ml Canned Coconut Milk
- 100g Spinach, Chopped
Instructions
- Sauté the Aromatics: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped ginger, garlic, and chili pepper. Fry for about 3 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Add the Sweet Potato: Stir in the diced sweet potato, season with salt, and fry for another 2 minutes. Mix in the spices.
- Simmer the Curry: Add the chickpeas, broth/stock, and coconut milk. Stir everything together and bring to a boil.
- Cook Until Tender: Let it simmer uncovered for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are soft.
- Finish with Spinach: Stir in the chopped spinach, take the pan off the heat, and wait until the spinach wilts.
- Serve & Enjoy: Pair with rice or enjoy on its own!
Tips & Variations
- Add Protein: Toss in some tofu or chicken for extra protein.
- Make it Creamier: Add a spoonful of peanut butter for a richer texture.
- Spice it Up: Adjust chili levels based on your heat preference.
This curry is perfect for meal prep, reheats well, and is even more flavourful the next day. Give it a try and enjoy a healthy, homemade meal that’s bursting with flavour!
