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Spicy Baked Zucchini Chickpea Curry

Spicy Baked Zucchini Chickpea Curry That Will Wow Your Tastebuds

Enjoy a hearty Spicy Baked Zucchini Chickpea Curry that combines rich flavors and gluten-free goodness for a delightful dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Curry Base
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Greases the baking dish
  • 1 medium Onion Diced
  • 2 medium Zucchini Sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce Omit for milder flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Sambal Oelek Adjust quantity for spice level
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Coriander Can substitute with curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin No direct substitute
  • 1 teaspoon Garam Masala Adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Ginger Garlic Paste Can use minced garlic and ginger
  • 1 cup Tomato Puree Substitute with tomato paste if needed
  • 1 can Coconut Milk Use non-dairy milk for a coconut-free option
For the Protein and Greens
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup Frozen Spinach Can use fresh spinach
For the Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped, optional
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Squeeze before serving

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • oven
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and grease a 9x12" baking dish with oil.
  2. In the baking dish, combine diced onion, sliced zucchini, hot sauce, and sambal oelek. Toss until well-coated.
  3. In a bowl, mix ground coriander, ground cumin, garam masala, and salt. Sprinkle this blend over the vegetable mixture.
  4. Bake for 10-14 minutes until onions are translucent and zucchini softens.
  5. Stir in ginger garlic paste, tomato puree, chickpeas, frozen spinach, and coconut milk until well mixed.
  6. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, until sauce bubbles and thickens.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime juice. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This curry tastes even better the next day! Store leftovers for quick meals.

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