Low Sodium Cholay (Chickpea Curry)

Savor the rich and aromatic flavors of Low Sodium Cholay (Chickpea Curry), a heart-healthy twist on the classic South Asian dish. This vegan, low-sodium recipe is brimming with wholesome ingredients like no-salt-added canned chickpeas, fragrant cumin seeds, fresh ginger, and juicy tomatoes, making it a nutrient-packed comfort food. Carefully simmered to perfection with a medley of traditional spices like garam masala and turmeric, this curry achieves a bold flavor profile without relying on excess salt. Quick and simple to prepare in under an hour, it's perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve this vibrant, gluten-free chickpea curry with fluffy basmati rice or warm naan for a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz Chickpeas (canned, no salt added)
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 medium Tomato
• 3 Garlic cloves
• 1 inch piece Ginger
• 1 Green chili
• 1 tsp Cumin seeds
• 1 tsp Coriander powder
• 0.5 tsp Turmeric powder
• 0.25 tsp Red chili powder
• 0.5 tsp Garam masala
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 1.5 cups Water
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water and set aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, and green chili.

Step 3

Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for about 30 seconds until aromatic.

Step 5

Add the chopped onions and sauté until they become golden brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the garlic, ginger, and green chili, cooking for another minute.

Step 7

Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they soften and break down, around 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Mix in coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Stir the spices into the tomato mixture well.

Step 9

Add the drained chickpeas to the pan, along with 1.5 cups of water. Stir to combine.

Step 10

Cover the pan and let the mixture simmer on low heat for about 15 minutes.

Step 11

After 15 minutes, uncover the pan, add garam masala, and stir.

Step 12

Adjust the thickness of the curry by mashing a few chickpeas with the back of a spoon if you like your curry thicker.

Step 13

Stir in lemon juice and fresh cilantro just before serving.

Step 14

Serve hot as a main dish with rice or bread of choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1276.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	956.5

Total Fat 36.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2410.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 138.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.4g	0%
Total Sugars 44.1g
Protein 33.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 372.4mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2235.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.3%

Protein: 13.3%

Carbs: 54.4%