Diabetes-friendly lunch

Chana Masala with Spinach

A hearty chickpea curry with fresh spinach.

Prep 15 minCook 30 minServes 4
Chana Masala with Spinach

Nutrition per serving

30g
Carbs
8g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
9g
Protein
7g
Fat
210
Calories

Estimated values per serving.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups chickpeas (cooked)
  • 2 cups spinach (fresh)
  • 1 medium onion (chopped)
  • 1 large tomato (chopped)
  • 1 tbsp ginger (minced)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds (whole)
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 tsp garam masala
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp red chili powder (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt (to taste)
  • 1 cup water

Method

  1. 1

    Heat oil in a pan and add cumin seeds.

  2. 2

    Add chopped onion, sauté until golden.

  3. 3

    Stir in ginger and garlic, cook for 1 minute.

  4. 4

    Add tomatoes, cook until soft.

  5. 5

    Mix in coriander, turmeric, garam masala, and chili powder.

  6. 6

    Add chickpeas and water, simmer for 15 minutes.

  7. 7

    Stir in spinach, cook until wilted.

  8. 8

    Season with salt, serve hot.

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