Recipes

Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry

 

Chickpea & Sweet Potato Delight: A Nourishing, Fiber-Rich Meal Packed With Plant-Based Protein

This rich and comforting chickpea and sweet potato curry is a Flavourful blend of creamy coconut milk, tender sweet potatoes, and protein-packed chickpeas. Infused with warm spices and finished with fresh cilantro, it’s a vibrant, satisfying dish that comes together easily in one pot. Whether you're craving a cozy sweet potato & chickpea curry or need a simple chickpea curry with potato for busy weeknights, this recipe brings comfort and nutrition to your table with every bite. Serve it hot with rice, roti, or enjoy it on its own for a wholesome plant-powered meal.
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: Fusion, Indian, Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium sweet potato, diced
  • 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp curry powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a pot, heat olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
  2. Add diced sweet potato and curry powder, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  3. Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth, then add chickpeas.
  4. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until the sweet potatoes are tender.
  5. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Calorific and Macro Values:
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Protein: 15g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fat: 20g
 
Health Benefits:
  • This curry is rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas and complex carbohydrates from sweet potatoes. Coconut milk provides healthy fats, and the dish is high in fiber and vitamins.
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