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Zucchini Chickpea Curry with Coconut Sauce

Savory Zucchini Chickpea Curry with Coconut Sauce Bliss

Enjoy this Zucchini Chickpea Curry with Coconut Sauce, a comforting and nutritious meal ready in just 40 minutes.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian, Vegetarian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Long Grain White Rice Basmati rice can be used for a fragrant twist.
  • 2 cups Vegetable Broth/Stock Substitute with chicken broth for a non-vegetarian option.
For the Curry
  • 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil or Extra Virgin Olive Oil Any cooking oil can work.
  • 2 cans Chickpeas (Canned) Feel free to use dried chickpeas but adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • 1 can Lite Coconut Milk Regular coconut milk can be used for added indulgence.
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder Swap for Thai curry paste for a unique twist.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adds optional heat.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup serves as a great vegan alternative.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Any bell pepper variety can be substituted.
  • 1 medium Zucchini Yellow squash or shredded carrots are great alternatives.
  • 1 small Yellow Onion Shallots or white onions can be used.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Clove (minced) Garlic powder can replace fresh garlic.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger (minced) Ground ginger is a quick substitute.
For the Finish
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Arrowroot starch is a suitable alternative.
  • to taste Salt & Ground Black Pepper Season to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Basil Leaves Cilantro can be used instead or omitted.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Sheet Pan
  • large pot
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by draining and rinsing your canned chickpeas. Chop the red bell pepper and zucchini into bite-sized pieces, and dice the small yellow onion. Mince the garlic and ginger.
  2. Prepare the long-grain white rice according to package instructions, adding ½ teaspoon of salt to the water.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the drained chickpeas with coconut oil, salt, and black pepper, then roast for about 20 minutes.
  4. In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil. Once hot, sauté the chopped red bell pepper and zucchini for about 5-6 minutes.
  5. Lower the heat and add the diced onion, minced garlic, and ginger. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 2 minutes.
  6. Whisk together cornstarch and lite coconut milk in a bowl. Pour into the skillet with vegetable broth, honey, curry powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes.
  7. Add the roasted chickpeas and sautéed vegetables back into the skillet, gently tossing them to coat with the sauce.
  8. Serve by spooning rice into bowls and topping with the zucchini chickpea curry.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 10gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This curry is perfect for meal prepping and tastes even better the next day.

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