25 Delicious and Healthy Curries with Chickpeas
FEBRUARY 03, 2023
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Whether you're a vegetarian, vegan, or just looking for a meatless meal that's still hearty and flavorful, chickpea curry is the perfect answer. With its combination of creamy chickpeas and fragrant spices, this dish is both nutritious and comforting. And no matter what flavor profile you choose — spicy, sweet, or smoky — you'll be sure to find a recipe that fits your taste.
From classic Indian-style curries to dishes inspired by Latin American or Middle Eastern cuisines, we've rounded up the best chickpea curry recipes that are sure to leave your taste buds happy.
So, get ready to explore the world of chickpea curries!
Real + Vibrant
Coconut Chickpea Curry
The ultimate weeknight dinner, this coconut chickpea curry is packed with flavor and comes together in less than 30 minutes with easy pantry ingredients.
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222.7k
455.0
30 min
TOTAL TIME
776
CALORIES
$0.90
PER SERVING
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Whole and Heavenly Oven
Red Thai Coconut Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry
Red Thai sweet potato chickpea curry in a creamy spicy coconut sauce is loaded with hearty vegetables and an incredible vegetarian take on curry!
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2,662
49
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
575
CALORIES
$1.11
PER SERVING
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Better Homes and Gardens
Indian Chickpea and Vegetable Curry
You can make this Indian dish in your slow cooker if you like, but it can also be converted to a pressure cooker recipe if you're in a rush. No matter how much time you have, be sure to serve this spicy dish with rice and naan bread.
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595
34
5 hr 50 min
TOTAL TIME
595
CALORIES
$1.78
PER SERVING
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Aimee Mars
Chickpea Spinach Curry
Rich flavor surrounds this Chickpea Spinach Curry, which is made in under 20 minutes and filled with vegetables. Traditional curry spices such as garam masala kick the taste up and the chickpeas give it protein bulk. Simple and served over rice or cauliflower rice this is one delicious vegan recipe.
2
1
20 min
TOTAL TIME
1432
CALORIES
$3.02
PER SERVING
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How Sweet It Is
Basil Chickpea Curry
This basil chickpea coconut curry comes together in 20 minutes! Serve with jasmine rice or your favorite naan, or both! So easy and flavorful.
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60,577
145
20 min
TOTAL TIME
1353
CALORIES
$3.21
PER SERVING
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BBC
Chickpea, spinach and egg curry
This vegetarian low-calorie chickpea curry makes a wonderful, easy after-work meal, and is ready in less than 20 minutes. It's also vegan if you leave out the egg.
Each serving provides 441 kcal, 26g protein, 92g carbohydrates , 20g fat , 15g fibre and 0.6g salt.
With a GI of 45 this meal is...
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495
109
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
1012
CALORIES
$3.13
PER SERVING
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Cooklist AI
Easy Chickpea and Potato Curry
Experience the flavors of India with this easy Chickpea and Potato Curry recipe perfect for a satisfying vegetarian meal. Using readily available ingredients like canned chickpeas, frozen peas, and ground spices, you'll have a delicious curry in no time. Enjoy with warm whole-wheat naan to savor eve...
3
45 min
TOTAL TIME
665
CALORIES
$1.38
PER SERVING
Ingredients
12 INGREDIENTS
4 SERVINGS
3 tbsp grapeseed oil
Directions
8 STEPS
1
Heat the grapeseed oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
2
Add the diced onion and cook, stirring often, until soft and translucent, about 3 to 5 minutes.
3
Add the minced garlic, curry powder, salt, and cayenne pepper, and cook, stirring constantly, for 1 minute.
4
Stir in the diced tomatoes and their juice, cook for 2 minutes.
5
Add the peeled and cut potatoes along with ½ cup of water to the pot. Cover and let it simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
6
Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas, frozen peas, and garam masala to the pot, stirring well to combine.
7
Cook the curry, stirring often, until hot and flavors meld together, about 5 minutes.
8
Serve the Easy Chickpea and Potato Curry hot with whole-wheat naan or rice on the side, if desired.
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HealthNut Nutrition
Creamy Chickpea Curry
A delicious and creamy curry that will tantalize your taste buds - this chickpea curry is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!
8
559
36
10 min
TOTAL TIME
403
CALORIES
$1.99
PER SERVING
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Leelalicious
Chickpea and Spinach Curry
Serve this delicious Indian Chickpea and Spinach Curry over steamed rice for a perfect vegan and gluten free comfort food meal on chilly days.
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423
40
30 min
TOTAL TIME
508
CALORIES
$1.63
PER SERVING
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Detoxinista
Instant Pot Chickpea Curry
This Vegan Chickpea Curry make a fast vegetarian dinner, especially when cooked in an electric pressure cooker like the Instant Pot.
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768
82
20 min
TOTAL TIME
704
CALORIES
$1.06
PER SERVING
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Healthy Little Foodies
Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry
A deliciously spiced vegetarian curry, ideal for kids. The sweet potato adds a delicious sweetness that complements the spices perfectly.
12
2,031
27
45 min
TOTAL TIME
630
CALORIES
$1.25
PER SERVING
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Gathering Dreams
10-Minute Chickpea Curry
This rich and creamy chickpea curry has a great depth of flavors, and it's ready in just 10 minutes. Perfect for meal prep!
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6,289
136
10 min
TOTAL TIME
1143
CALORIES
$2.46
PER SERVING
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Meal Prep On Fleek
Chickpea Curry With Jasmine Rice Meal Prep
Plant-based main dish made with chickpeas, spinach, and a creamy coconut broth over jasmine rice.
1
211
30 min
TOTAL TIME
898
CALORIES
$1.14
PER SERVING
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Yay! For Food
Spicy Chickpea Kale and Potato Curry
A flavourful 40 minute dish featuring chickpeas, potatoes, and kale all in a spicy tomato based curry. It’s vegan and gluten-free too! Serve it with rice for a complete meal!
2
3,211
7
40 min
TOTAL TIME
419
CALORIES
$0.81
PER SERVING
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Two Spoons
Cauliflower Chickpea Curry
This Cauliflower Chickpea Curry is warm, cozy and comforting. Made with Indian spices like turmeric, cumin and ginger. It's well spiced, but not spicy. Making it a perfect dish for all ages and types of eaters. Serve with rice or naan.
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23
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
858
CALORIES
$2.24
PER SERVING
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Weight Watchers
Vegetable Chickpea Curry
Optional garnishes for this delicious vegetarian curry, which is made with onions, garlic, ginger, red peppers, eggplant, cauliflower, and chickpeas, include non-fat plain Greek yogurt, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges. To mix things up a bit, we suggest that you try spooning the curry over some ba...
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19
40 min
TOTAL TIME
242
CALORIES
$1.03
PER SERVING
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Bianca Zapatka
Pumpkin Chickpea Curry
This creamy vegan Pumpkin Chickpea Curry with Spinach is the perfect comfort food with the best flavor! It makes a quick and easy meal, that is healthy and ready in less than 25 minutes.
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1,429
55
25 min
TOTAL TIME
908
CALORIES
$2.40
PER SERVING
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Plantd
Chickpea and Vegetable Curry
Here's another chickpea curry recipe worth trying! We love how creamy the sauce looks like and how the broccoli compliments all the flavors.
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11
3
35 min
TOTAL TIME
751
CALORIES
$1.47
PER SERVING
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The Salty Marshmallow
One Pan Chickpea Curry
One Pan Chickpea Curry is an easy weeknight, meatless dinner packed full of Indian spices! Chickpeas are simmered in an amazing sauce and ready in 20 minutes!
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306
56
20 min
TOTAL TIME
676
CALORIES
$0.82
PER SERVING
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Fodess
Chickpea Curry
Chickpea Curry, more authentically known as channa masala, is hearty, delicious Indian vegetarian comfort food. I love how the chickpeas become thick and super soft, and the spices warm your belly. We eat ours with fresh chapatis or fluffy basmati rice.
15
1 hr 45 min
TOTAL TIME
337
CALORIES
$1.08
PER SERVING
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The Beader Chef
20 Minute Golden Chickpea Curry with Spinach for Two
In 20 minutes and with 5 ingredients this super simple and super flavorful Golden Chickpea Curry with Spinach for two is exactly what you want to be whipping up after a day at work. It is the epitome of a weeknight meal and also great as leftovers.
1
20 min
TOTAL TIME
1360
CALORIES
$2.00
PER SERVING
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Yay! For Food
Spicy Chickpea Kale and Potato Curry
A flavourful 40 minute dish featuring chickpeas, potatoes, and kale all in a spicy tomato based curry. It’s vegan and gluten-free too! Serve it with rice for a complete meal!
2
3,211
7
40 min
TOTAL TIME
419
CALORIES
$0.81
PER SERVING
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The Bojon Gourmet
Chickpea Curry with Carrots, Cashews and Spinach
An easy, anytime curry that comes together in a snap.
22
35 min
TOTAL TIME
1148
CALORIES
$2.45
PER SERVING
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Skinny Spatula
Butternut Squash Chickpea Curry
This butternut squash chickpea curry is a healthy midweek meal that's naturally vegan and super easy to make. It's a hearty curry full of flavour and packed with wholesome goodies that the entire family will love.
4
154
2
50 min
TOTAL TIME
733
CALORIES
$2.18
PER SERVING
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Earth of Maria
Vegan Peanut Chickpea Curry
This vegan peanut chickpea curry is a healthy comfort food dream! It is made indulgent and creamy with the addition of peanut butter, yet is also wholesome, with lots of vegetables. Gluten-free, oil-free, ready in 15 minutes.
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13
11 min
TOTAL TIME
1236
CALORIES
$2.88
PER SERVING
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Mom's Kitchen Handbook
Coconut Lime Chickpea Curry with Leafy Greens
This is everything you want in a cozy stew: filling, flavorful, and nourishing. It can also be made vegan if you swap in a plant-based yogurt. The chickpeas do double duty in this dish by serving as its foundation as well as a crispy topping to scatter on at the very finish.
1
14
57 min
TOTAL TIME
1142
CALORIES
$1.71
PER SERVING
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