Best 10 Curried Chickpeas Kale Recipes

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Curried chickpeas and kale is a delicious and healthy dish brimming with flavor and nutrition. This hearty, flavorful dish is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a cozy weekend brunch. This nutritious dish is packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals, making it an excellent choice for vegetarians and vegans. With its creamy coconut milk, warm spices, and tender chickpeas, this flavorful dish is a culinary delight that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

CURRIED CHICKPEAS AND KALE



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This easy weeknight Curried Chickpeas and Kale recipe is bursting with flavor and nutrition. Tasty enough for a light lunch or dinner, or serve over rice or couscous for a more filling meal.

Provided by Kate

Categories     Dinner     Lunch     Side Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon cumin seeds ((or 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin))
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/4-1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes ((to taste))
1 small yellow onion (, diced)
1.5 cups vegetable broth
1 15-oz can chickpeas (, drained and rinsed)
4 cups kale leaves ((removed from stalks), roughly chopped)
1/4-1/2 teaspoon salt ((to taste))
2-3 tablespoons cilantro leaves (, chopped)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet or wok, heat the olive oil and add all the spices - coriander, cumin, turmeric, garam masala, and red pepper flakes. Stir everything together to make a paste. Add the diced onion and stir to coat the onion in the spice mixture. Stir fry for about 3 minutes.
  • Add the vegetable broth and the chickpeas. Bring the broth to a boil and stir in the kale leaves slowly as they starts to wilt. Lower the heat to a simmer and continue to cook for about 15 minutes, or until the kale is wilted and the liquid has reduced to about a third of the original volume.
  • Remove from heat and stir in cilantro. Serve over rice, couscous, quinoa, or by itself as a side dish or light dinner.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 kcal, Carbohydrate 2 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 299 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

15-MINUTE CHICKPEA CURRY WITH KALE



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This plant-based 15-minute chickpea curry with kale is fragrant, flavorful, and highly nutritious. The curry sauce is lightly creamy and not overpowering. The simplicity of the recipe makes it perfect for a weekday dinner or meal prep.

Provided by Thomas

Categories     Dinner     Side

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 Tablespoon neutral oil
2 cloves fresh garlic (minced or smashed in a garlic press)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ginger (minced or grated)
1 Tablespoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1 cup plant milk (unsweetened and unflavored)
1/2 teaspoon peanut butter (unsalted and unsweetened)
1 can chickpeas (drained)
2 cups kale (shredded with the ribs removed)
Salt to taste
Nutritional yeast (optional)
Japanese seven-spice (aka shichimi togarashi (optional))

Steps:

  • Combine the plant milk and peanut butter in a bowl. Use a fork or whisk to briefly mix them together. They don't need to be completely mixed. Place the bowl near your stove.
  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the garlic and ginger. Stir until fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Add the curry powder and garam masala. Stir to mix well to form a paste with the other ingredients. Cook the spice paste until lightly toasted and fragrant, stirring occasionally, 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the plant milk and peanut butter mixture. Stir well with a spatula to integrate the paste and liquid as thoroughly as possible.
  • When the liquid reaches a gentle boil, add the chickpeas. Stir well to coat the chickpeas with the sauce. Stir occasionally for the next 2 minutes or so, until the chickpeas are heated through.
  • Stir in the kale. Stir occasionally until the kale leaves are wilted but still a vibrant green color. It's important not to overcook the kale because that will make it bitter.
  • Add salt (and nutritional yeast and Japanese seven-spice, if using)
  • Serve immediately.

CHICKPEA AND KALE THAI COCONUT CURRY



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Chickpea and Kale Thai Coconut Curry - An EASY one-skillet vegan curry that's ready in 15 minutes and has fabulous Thai-inspired flavors!! Low-cal, low-carb, and HEALTHY but tastes like hearty comfort food!!

Provided by Averie Sunshine

Categories     30-Minute Meals

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 to 3 tablespoons coconut oil (olive oil may be substituted)
1 large/extra-large sweet Vidalia or yellow onion, diced small
3 to 5 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed
2 to 3 teaspoons ground ginger or 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
2 teaspoons ground coriander
one 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed (I used no-salt added)
one 14-ounce can coconut milk (I used lite
1 to 1 1/2 cups shredded carrots
1 to 4 tablespoons Thai red curry paste
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
about 3 to 4 cups fresh kale, torn into pieces with center ribs removed
1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice
1 to 2 tablespoons brown sugar, optional and to taste
about 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped for garnishing (basil may be substituted)
1 to 2 green onions sliced into thin rounds for garnishing, optional
rice, quinoa, or naan, optional for serving

Steps:

  • To a large skillet, add the oil, onion, and sauté over medium-high heat until the onion begins to soften about 5 minutes; stir intermittently.
  • Add the garlic, ginger, coriander, and cook for about 1 minute, or until fragrant; stir frequently.
  • Add the chickpeas, coconut milk, carrots, Thai curry paste, salt, pepper, and stir to combine. Reduce the heat to medium, and allow mixture to gently boil for about 5 minutes, or until liquid volume has reduced and thickened somewhat.
  • Add the kale and cover the skillet with a lid to encourage the kale to melt, about 1 to 2 minutes. Stir to incorporate the kale.
  • Add the lime juice, optional brown sugar, and stir to combine. Taste and if desired, add additional curry paste, salt, pepper, etc. to taste.
  • Evenly sprinkle with the cilantro, optional green onions, and serve immediately. Curry is best warm and fresh but will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 835 calories, Carbohydrate 99 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 13 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 42 grams fat, Fiber 20 grams fiber, Protein 28 grams protein, SaturatedFat 30 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1258 grams sodium, Sugar 21 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams unsaturated fat

CHICKPEA AND KALE CURRY



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Embrace the comfort of Indian flavors with a 25-minute curry that also happens to be vegan. This meatless main offers plenty of protein thanks to quinoa and chickpeas, and boasts 40% of your daily fiber goal. Coconut milk lends velvety richness, while a mix of peanut butter and spices give the sauce rich flavor. A flourish of fresh herbs at the end brightens and freshens the dish.

Provided by Cooking Light

Time 25m

Yield Serves 2 (serving size: 1/2 cup quinoa and 1 cup curry mixture)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons olive oil
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/3 cup chopped yellow onion
3 cups chopped lacinato kale
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon creamy natural peanut butter
1 1/2 cups unsweetened refrigerated coconut milk (such as Silk)
1 cup canned unsalted chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 cup cooked quinoa
2 tablespoons cilantro sprigs

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium. Add bell pepper and onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add kale and garlic; cook, stirring often, until kale is softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in curry powder, ginger, salt, and pepper. Add peanut butter; cook, stirring constantly, 30 seconds. Stir in coconut milk and chickpeas, and cook, stirring occasionally, until sauce starts to thicken slightly, 12 to 14 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lime juice.
  • Place 1/2 cup cooked quinoa in a bowl. Top with 1 cup curry mixture and cilantro sprigs. Refrigerate or freeze remaining quinoa and curry for later use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409, Carbohydrate 53 g, Fat 15 g, Fiber 11 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 595 mg, Sugar 6 g

CURRIED CHICKPEAS & KALE



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Make and share this Curried Chickpeas & Kale recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dancer

Categories     Vegetable

Time 8h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
3 cups chopped kale or 1 package frozen chopped spinach
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
3 cups cooked chickpeas
1 cup chopped tomato
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in your crock pot and let it cookon low 7 to 8 hours, or on high for 4 hours.

CURRY LEAF KALE AND GARAM MASALA BRAISED CHICKPEAS



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Provided by Richard Blais

Time 10h30m

Yield 4 Servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon ground fenugreek
12 curry leaves
3 tablespoons melted ghee
1 tablespoon ginger root, peeled and minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely diced
1 red chile, seeded and minced
1 1/2 pounds kale, stemmed and coarsely chopped
1 cup Masala Braised Chickpeas, recipe follows
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 ounces dried chickpeas
2 teaspoons black peppercorns
6 whole cloves
4 black cardamom pods, cracked
2 teaspoons coriander seed
2 teaspoons cumin seed
2 bay leaves
Two 3-inch cinnamon sticks
1 dried red chile
12 cilantro stems
2 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken stock
Two 12-ounce bottles lager beer

Steps:

  • Cook the cumin, fenugreek and curry leaves in the ghee in a large skillet over medium-high heat until lightly toasted and fragrant, 2 minutes. Add the ginger, garlic, onions and chiles and continue cooking until the onions are browned and translucent, about 3 minutes. Turn the heat to high, add the kale and cook until barely wilted and browned, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the Masala Braised Chickpeas and cook until warmed through, about 3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper and serve immediately.
  • For Masala Braised Chickpeas: Place the chickpeas in a bowl and cover with 2 inches of water. Let soak overnight in the refrigerator, and then drain. Toast the coriander, cumin, peppercorns, cloves, cardamom, bay leaves, cinnamon and chile in a small dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, 2 minutes. Set aside to cool. Combine the chickpeas, toasted spices and cilantro stems in a 6-quart Dutch oven. Pour in the chicken stock and beer and bring to a boil, skimming off any foam from the surface. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the chickpeas are tender, 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours. Drain the chickpeas, and let cool completely in the pot. Yield: 4 cups.

CURRIED RED LENTIL, CHICKPEA AND KALE SOUP



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Make and share this Curried Red Lentil, Chickpea and Kale Soup recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dianne15

Categories     Lentil

Time 50m

Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 large yellow onion, diced
2 medium carrots, peeled and diced
2 stalks celery, diced
1 cup red lentil
1 cup dried garbanzo beans
4 cups vegetable broth
1 (15 ounce) can coconut milk
2 cups kale, washed, trimmed and finely chopped
2 teaspoons curry powder
1 teaspoon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
1 pinch salt
1/4 cup coconut, shredded
2 tablespoons unsalted peanuts, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Saute onion, carrots and celery in nonstick pan, about 5 to 7 minutes, use a little water to prevent sticking of burning.
  • Precook kale in large saucepan of boiling water for about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Add drained kale, lentils, chickpeas and broth to carrot mixture, bring to a boil.
  • Cover, reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes or until lentils are tender.
  • Allow soup to cool, then puree in blender, Once soup is blended return to pan. Add coconut milk, ginger, spices and salt. Stir well.
  • Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add garnish of coconut and peanuts when served in bowls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.3, Fat 19.1, SaturatedFat 14.1, Sodium 109.7, Carbohydrate 87.7, Fiber 12.2, Sugar 44.3, Protein 17.4

CHICKPEA CURRY



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We usually recommend preparing the beans at home, but using canned chickpeas allows for a fast, convenient dish.

Provided by AMINAH A. RAHMAN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh ginger root, finely chopped
6 whole cloves
2 (2 inch) sticks cinnamon, crushed
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
2 (15 ounce) cans garbanzo beans
1 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat, and fry onions until tender.
  • Stir in garlic, ginger, cloves, cinnamon, cumin, coriander, salt, cayenne, and turmeric. Cook for 1 minute over medium heat, stirring constantly. Mix in garbanzo beans and their liquid. Continue to cook and stir until all ingredients are well blended and heated through. Remove from heat. Stir in cilantro just before serving, reserving 1 tablespoon for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 134.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 288.7 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

INDIAN KALE WITH CHICKPEAS



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This is a delicious way to cook kale if you are running out of ideas, and it goes great with Indian dishes like dal. Make sure not to overcook the greens!

Provided by Lady Laff

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, or as needed
1 onion, finely chopped
1 red chile pepper, seeded and sliced
1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
½ teaspoon ground turmeric
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch sea salt
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 cup roughly chopped kale, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat. Add onion and chile pepper; saute until onion is tender, 5 to 7 minutes. Add chickpeas, cumin, coriander, turmeric, cinnamon, and salt; saute for 5 minutes. Pour in a splash of water, followed by lemon zest and juice. Season further to taste if desired.
  • Fold kale into the mixture until just wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.9 g, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 385.8 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

CURRIED KALE & CHICKPEA SOUP



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Rustle up this budget-friendly, healthy soup for a nourishing, easy midweek meal. It's packed with kale, chickpeas, sweet potato and plenty of flavour

Provided by Anna Glover

Categories     Lunch, Starter, Supper

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tsp rapeseed or coconut oil
1 onion, chopped
1 tbsp grated ginger
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 sweet potato (about 200g), peeled and cut into 2cm cubes
1 tsp turmeric
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp medium or hot curry powder
400g can chickpeas, rinsed
150ml low-fat coconut milk
500ml vegetable stock (see tip, below)
160g kale, chopped
1 lime, juiced
1 red chilli, finely chopped (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the onion for 5 mins. Add the ginger and garlic, fry for 1 min more, then stir in the sweet potato, spices and chickpeas. Cook for another 5 mins, adding a little water if the spices stick to the pan.
  • Pour in the coconut milk and 400ml of the stock, then bring to a simmer and cook for 8 mins. Season, then transfer a quarter of the soup to a blender and whizz until smooth. Pour in the reserved stock to loosen, if needed, then add back to the pan with the remaining soup. Stir in the kale and cook for 5 mins. Add the lime juice, then ladle into bowls and scatter over the chilli, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 10 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 40 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 9 grams sugar, Fiber 10 grams fiber, Protein 16 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your curried chickpeas and kale. Choose organic chickpeas and kale whenever possible, and use a good-quality curry powder.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices: In addition to curry powder, you can also add other spices to your dish, such as cumin, coriander, turmeric, or garam masala. Experiment until you find a combination that you like.
  • Cook the chickpeas until they are tender: Chickpeas should be cooked until they are tender but still hold their shape. If you overcook them, they will become mushy.
  • Sauté the kale until it is wilted: Kale should be sautéed until it is wilted but still has a bit of a bite to it. If you overcook it, it will become tough and chewy.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: Curried chickpeas and kale can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, quinoa, or naan bread. You can also add a dollop of yogurt or sour cream to the top of the dish.

Conclusion:

Curried chickpeas and kale is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, and it can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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