Chickpea Curry with Roasted Cauliflower and Tomatoes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Chickpea Curry with Roasted Cauliflower and Tomatoes
45 min.
4
353kcal

Suggestions


Discover the vibrant flavors and wholesome goodness of our Chickpea Curry with Roasted Cauliflower and Tomatoes—a dish that celebrates the joys of vegetarian cooking! Perfect for any meal of the day, this delightful curry is not only incredibly delicious but also boasts a perfect health score of 100, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

This recipe beautifully combines the earthy, nutty taste of chickpeas with the roasted sweetness of cauliflower and cherry tomatoes, creating a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Packed with nutrients and lower in calories (just 353 kcal per serving), this meal is tailored for those of us seeking healthy yet filling options. Each serving is loaded with protein, healthy fats, and fibers, making it an excellent choice for lunch or dinner.

Whether you follow a vegan, gluten-free, or dairy-free diet, this recipe checks all the boxes. The infusion of aromatic spices like curry powder, ginger, and garlic elevates the dish, giving it a warmth that invites you back for seconds. Plus, the addition of fresh spinach and cilantro adds a burst of color and freshness that perfectly complements the hearty chickpeas and roasted veggies.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a comforting and nutritious meal that serves four people—a wonderful option for family dinners or meal prep for the week ahead. Enjoy your culinary adventure with this Chickpea Curry, and let the wholesome ingredients nourish your body and soul!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 cups baby spinach 
  • pound cauliflower trimmed cut into florets
  • 1.5 pints cherry tomatoes 
  • cups chickpeas drained and rinsed cooked
  • servings salt and pepper freshly ground
  • tablespoon curry powder 
  • tablespoon cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoon ginger fresh minced peeled
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • large onion yellow cut into medium dice

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • pot

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Toss cauliflower with 1 teaspoon olive oil and arrange in a single layer on one side of a rimmed baking sheet. Toss tomatoes with 1 teaspoon olive oil and arrange on other side of sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Roast until florets are browned in spots and tomatoes are soft, about 25 minutes.
  2. In a medium pot, heat 2 teaspoons oil over medium-high. Cook onion, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  3. Add garlic, ginger, and curry powder and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  4. Add chickpeas, tomatoes, and 2 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and simmer 8 minutes.
  5. Add cauliflower and cook until warmed through and chickpeas are tender, about 8 minutes. Stir in spinach and cilantro and season with salt. To serve, divide among 4 bowls (over rice, if desired).
  6. Other
  7. Reprinted with permission from Meatless From the Kitchens of Martha Stewart Living, © 2013 Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc.For more than twenty years, the food editors and chefs in the kitchens at MARTHA STEWART LIVING have produced dozens of bestselling cookbooks, including Martha Stewart's Cooking School, Martha's American Food, Martha's Baking Handbook, Everyday Food: Great Food Fast, and Power Foods. MARTHA STEWART is the author of more than 75 books on cooking, entertaining, crafts, home-keeping, gardens, weddings, and decorating. She is the host of Cooking School on PBS.

Nutrition Facts

Calories353kcal
Protein17.19%
Fat26.57%
Carbs56.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.69
Glycemic Load
8.48
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
35.68521765004%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.27mg
Isorhamnetin
1.88mg
Kaempferol
1.87mg
Myricetin
0.13mg
Quercetin
10.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:352.85kcal
17.64%
Fat:11.04g
16.99%
Saturated Fat:1.54g
9.61%
Carbohydrates:52.59g
17.53%
Net Carbohydrates:38.1g
13.86%
Sugar:14.25g
15.83%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:273.83mg
11.91%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.08g
32.15%
Vitamin C:105.74mg
128.18%
Vitamin K:124.24µg
118.32%
Manganese:1.95mg
97.62%
Folate:345.4µg
86.35%
Fiber:14.49g
57.96%
Vitamin A:2681.57IU
53.63%
Potassium:1283.25mg
36.66%
Iron:6.36mg
35.33%
Copper:0.67mg
33.63%
Phosphorus:335.6mg
33.56%
Vitamin B6:0.65mg
32.47%
Magnesium:115.74mg
28.93%
Vitamin E:3.25mg
21.66%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
20.26%
Zinc:2.69mg
17.96%
Calcium:143.7mg
14.37%
Vitamin B5:1.41mg
14.13%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
13.98%
Vitamin B3:2.43mg
12.14%
Selenium:7.08µg
10.12%
Source:Epicurious