Chickpeas also known as Garbanzo beans are an excellent plant-based nutritional powerhouse. They are highly preferred in healthy vegetarian diets because of their high protein & fiber content, ease of use, wide availability, and versatility. Here is a collection of 15 must-try Indian chickpea recipes that keep you craving more.
When we think of Chickpeas in the Indian diet, the first dish that usually comes to mind is Chole or Chana masala, the undoubtedly most popular Indian chickpea recipe. However, many other delicious Indian chickpea recipes, along with Chole, are definitely worth including in our weekly meal plan.
Health benefits of chickpeas
Chickpeas provide numerous health benefits when included regularly in our diet.
- A good source of protein and fiber with a moderate amount of calories.
- Packed with multiple vitamins and minerals.
- A good source of mineral manganese and B vitamin folate.
- It keeps you full for a long time, which automatically lowers calorie intake.
- Excellent source of plant-based protein.
- With a fairly low glycemic index, they help manage blood sugar levels.
- A good amount of soluble fiber in chickpeas increases healthy gut bacteria which improves digestion.
- Excellent source of Iron.
15 Delicious Indian Chickpea recipes
Here is a collection of 15 fabulous Indian Chickpea recipes including one Instant pot Chole recipe that is a user favorite. Give them a try and let me know which one is your favorite in the comments below.
1. Healthy Chickpea Tikka Masala
Enjoy authentic Indian flavors in this Healthy Chickpea Tikka Masala. Perfect vegetarian tikka masala for a weeknight meal or to serve at a party.
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2. Masala Chickpea Sandwich
This Indian Style Chickpea Sandwich is made with a masala chickpea filling and tucked inside a toasted sour dough bread with mango chutney and fresh salad. This hearty and flavorful sandwich will keep you asking for more.
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3. Chana Sundal
Channa Sundal is a South Indian stir-fried dish made with white chickpeas. Sundal is basically a dry legume-lentil preparation spiced and tempered along with fresh coconut.
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4. Spicy Chole Hummus
This spicy chole masala hummus is a perfect fusion of chole masala (a spicy chickpea curry) and hummus. Its perfectly spiced with tomato, onion, garlic, ginger, serrano peppers, and cilantro. But the magic ingredient is the chole masala seasoning! Serve with naan crackers or even warm buttered naan cut into wedges for the perfect appetizer!
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5. Gassi (Cabbage Chickpeas Curry)
Gassi recipe (Cabbage Chickpeas Curry) is a unique delicacy from Manglore in South India, made with a fresh blend of spices along with a touch of sweetness from coconut and jaggery. The thick texture of this curry makes it a great combination with neer dosa, Rice, or Phulka roti.
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6. Roasted Chickpeas with Indian Flavors
Spicy Roasted Chickpeas is an easy, delicious, and healthy snack recipe that can be either oven roasted or pan-fried. It serves as a perfect afternoon snack along with a hot cup of chai.
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7. Vegan Mulligatawny Soup
This Vegan Mulligatawny Soup is an Indian-inspired soup that has a delicious curry flavor combined with carrots, celery, apples, rice, and chickpeas. It is warm and comforting and perfect for any time of the year.
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8. Chickpea rice
Chickpea rice or Garbanzo beans rice, also known as chole pulao is a delicious vegan & gluten-free, one-pot meal recipe from India. It is prepared by cooking rice and chickpeas in a delicious onion-tomato sauce flavored with Indian spices. The dish is vegan and gluten-free.
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9. Aloo Tikki Chole Chaat
Aloo Tikki chole recipe is a chaat recipe with shallow fried potato patties topped with spicy chickpea gravy, green chutney, sweet chutney, yogurt, and Sev.
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10. Indian Sweet Potato chickpea coconut curry
This south Indian-inspired sweet potato chickpea coconut curry is creamy, mildly spicy, flavorful, and has a wonderful texture. This dish is similar to chana masala, but with south Indian flavors and the creaminess of coconut milk.
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11. Easy Pani Puri Chaat Salad
The classic Indian street food, Pani puri, is transformed into an easy salad that you can enjoy at home in less than 30 minutes! Pani puri flavored vinaigrette drizzled over roasted potatoes and chickpeas, then topped with Sev and tamarind chutney!
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12. Chana Chaat ( Indian Chickpea salad)
Easy, light, colorful, and delicious Indian Salad made with Chickpeas that is perfect for a light meal or a potluck.
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13. Mutton Kofta Curry with Chickpeas
Mutton and Indian cuisine have gone hand in hand for centuries. This delicious Mutton Kofta Curry with Chickpeas is medium in heat and perfect for the whole family.
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14. Butternut Squash Curry with Chickpeas
Comforting, creamy, and super delicious butternut squash curry with chickpea makes an ideal weeknight dinner. It is a vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free Indian curry that pairs well with flatbreads and plain rice.
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15. Instant pot Chole
Punjabi Chole Masala or Chana Masala is an Indian favorite chickpea curry. This one-pot recipe for the authentic Chana Masala can be made in the Instant Pot or stovetop Pressure Cooker. A healthy, protein-rich vegan and gluten free chickpea recipe.
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