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rice, naan and marinated chickpeas in a bowl with cilantro
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Vegan Tikka Masala

Vegan Tikka Masala featuring chickpeas as the main ingredient is a delicious, flavorful plant-based meal the whole family will adore. The chickpeas are marinated in a healthy, hearty vegan tikka masala sauce, and are delicious paired with rice and naan.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: chickpea tikka masala, tikka masala, vegan tikka masala
Servings: 6
Author: Erin Alvarez

Ingredients

  • 1 cup yellow onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced, seeds removed
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger grated
  • 2 tsp tomato paste
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp curry powder
  • 3/4 tsp ground turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt or more to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 15 oz. tomato sauce canned, NOT jarred
  • 14 oz. coconut milk
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 30 oz. chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add the onion, garlic and bell pepper and sauté for 3-5 minutes until the peppers are soft. Then, add the ginger, tomato paste, garam masala, paprika, curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and salt and sauté for 1 minute.
  • Next, pour in the tomato sauce and coconut milk and stir, then add the lemon juice. Last, add the chickpeas and stir so that they're coated. Bring the mixture to a simmer and simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes. Taste test and add more salt as needed. Serve atop rice, sprinkle with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation; serving size is between 4-8 
*Storage: store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; or, wait for it to cool then place in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for 2-3 months. 

Nutrition

Calories: 405kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Sodium: 602mg | Potassium: 912mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 481IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 105mg | Iron: 8mg
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