Quick and Creamy Broccoli Chickpea Curry for Cozy Nights

This Broccoli Chickpea Curry is a quick and healthy meal perfect for cozy dinners, bursting with nourishment and flavor.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Indian, Vegan

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Curry Base

1 tablespoon Coconut oil Can be substituted with olive oil.
1 Onion Diced, yellow or white.
3 cloves Garlic Minced.
1 tablespoon Ginger Chopped.
1 Red chili pepper Minced, adjust for heat.
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Coriander
1 teaspoon Chili powder
1 teaspoon Turmeric
2 tablespoons Tomato paste
1 can Coconut milk Full-fat is ideal.

Vegetables

2 cups Broccoli florets
1 can Chickpeas Drained.

Optional Enhancements

2 tablespoons Coconut cream For added creaminess.
Cilantro Optional garnish.

Equipment

large skillet

Method

Cooking Steps

In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until translucent.
Stir in minced garlic, ginger, and red chili pepper, cooking for an additional minute.
Mix in ground cumin, coriander, chili powder, and turmeric, stirring for about a minute.
Add tomato paste and stir with the spice mixture for 1–2 minutes. Pour in coconut milk and bring to a gentle simmer.
Incorporate broccoli florets and chickpeas into the sauce, simmer for about 10 minutes.
Stir in coconut cream for an extra layer of creaminess, if desired.
Serve warm, garnished with cilantro if using, alongside naan or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use fresh garlic and ginger for maximum flavor. Adjust spiciness by modifying red chili pepper quantity.

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