Quick Vegan Chickpea Curry Recipe: Marry Me Chickpeas That’ll Steal Your Heart
Discover this quick vegan chickpea curry recipe—Marry Me Chickpeas! A creamy, flavorful plant-based meal ready in 20 minutes. Perfect for healthy quick dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil – The smooth-talking base that gets everything sizzling.
- 5 cloves garlic, minced – Because garlic is the unsung hero of flavor.
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped – Tangy, sweet, and a little fancy.
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano – A whisper of herbaceous charm.
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes – For that flirty kick (adjust to taste!).
- 1 teaspoon salt – The glue that ties it all together.
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper – Subtle but essential.
- (2) 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed – The hearty stars of this plant-based meal.
- 1 cup vegetable broth – Keeps things saucy and light.
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste – Deepens the flavor like a good plot twist.
- 1 cup vegan cream – Creamy decadence without the dairy (see notes below for options).
- 2 cups baby spinach, sliced – A fresh, spring-inspired green boost.
- 4–5 fresh basil leaves, chopped – The aromatic finishing touch.
- Optional: 1/2 cup grated vegan parmesan (I love Violife) – For that cheesy romance.
Instructions
Step 1: Warm Up the Romance
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large sauté pan over low-medium heat. Add the minced garlic and let it sizzle for 1-2 minutes, stirring often. The kitchen will smell like heaven—trust me, this is where the magic begins.
Step 2: Bring in the Supporting Cast
Toss in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir for 1 minute. This is the flavor foundation, and it’s already whispering sweet nothings to your senses.
Step 3: Add the Stars
Pour in the chickpeas, vegetable broth, tomato paste, vegan cream, and sliced baby spinach. Stir it all together like you’re mixing a love potion. Crank the heat to medium and bring it to a gentle simmer. Let it bubble for about 5 minutes until the spinach wilts and everything melds into creamy perfection. Taste it—add more salt, pepper, or chili flakes if you’re feeling spicy.
Step 4: Seal It with a Kiss
Take the pan off the heat and stir in the chopped basil and vegan parmesan (if using). The basil adds a fresh, spring-inspired vibe, while the parmesan brings that cozy, cheesy hug. Serve it hot with crusty bread for dipping, or pile it over rice, pasta, or a baked sweet potato.