Smoky Spiced Chickpeas in Tomato Sauce
A hearty and flavorful dish of chickpeas simmered in a smoky, spiced tomato sauce. Quick to prepare and deeply satisfying, it’s perfect for a comforting plant-based meal.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmer
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon hot paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 cans (14 oz / 400 g each) chickpeas, drained
- 2 cans (14 oz / 400 g each) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft and translucent.
- Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, turmeric, paprika, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in tomato paste and cook for a few minutes until slightly darkened.
- Add chickpeas and diced tomatoes, stirring to combine.
- Simmer for about 15 minutes until heated through and flavors are well blended.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve warm.
Notes
- Add spinach or kale for extra greens.
- Include bell peppers for added texture and sweetness.
- Increase chili powder or add cayenne for more heat.
- Stir in coconut milk for a creamier version.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 11 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
