VEGGIE CHICKPEA TIKKA MASALA
This easy plant based Veggie Chickpea Tikka Masala features tender zucchini, chickpeas, and a fragrant spice blend, all simmered in a rich tomato-coconut sauce. Enjoy over your favorite rice for a satisfying meal using simple pantry ingredients.
TENDER VEGGIES & FRAGRANT SPICES
At the heart of this dish lies a symphony of tender vegetables. Onions, garlic, and your favorite veggie cook to a delightful crisp-tender texture, adding pops of freshness. The warm embrace of the spices coaxes out the natural sweetness of the vegetables, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.
CREAMY TOMATO COCONUT SAUCE
The vibrant tomato-coconut sauce brings tangy sweetness and creamy richness to the dish, while fluffy rice serves as the perfect base to soak up all the delicious flavors.
Sauté Veggies
Blend of Spices
Prepare Rice
Veggie Chickpea Tikka Masala Ingredients
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Veggie Chickpea Tikka Masala
INGREDIENTS
Fresh Ingredients
- Drizzle Olive Oil
- 1 Medium Yellow Onion
- 2 tbsp Minced Garlic
- 2 Medium Zucchini (or Preferred Veggie: Bell Pepper, Carrots, Broccoli, etc)
Spices
- 2 tsp Garam Masala Spice Blend (or See Notes for Simple Homemade Blend)
- 1 tsp Ground Turmeric
- 1 tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Ground Ginger
- ½ tsp Ground Cumin
- ½ tsp Black Pepper
Canned Ingredients
Rice
- 1 Cup Jasmine Rice (Basmati, Jasmine, or Preferred)
Optional
- Sprinkle Cayenne Pepper (to Taste)
- Vegan Naan Bread OR
- Pita Bread (easier to find than vegan naan)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.Drizzle Olive Oil
- Dice onions and add to skillet. Cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.1 Medium Yellow Onion
- Add garlic and cook for about 2 minutes.2 tbsp Minced Garlic
- Dice zucchini (or your preferred veggie) and cook for 1-2 minutes, until softened.2 Medium Zucchini
- Add all spices and cook for 2 minutes to meld the flavors together.2 tsp Garam Masala Spice Blend, 1 tsp Ground Turmeric, 1 tsp Salt, ½ tsp Ground Ginger, ½ tsp Ground Cumin, ½ tsp Black Pepper
- NOTE ON GARAM MASALA: If you don't have garam masala, you can substitute with a mixture of 1 teaspoon each of ground coriander, cumin, paprika, and salt, along with ½ teaspoon each of ground ginger, cinnamon, and black pepper.
- Add diced tomatoes and coconut milk.2 Cans Diced Tomatoes (15 oz each), 1 Can Lite Unsweetened Coconut Milk
- Drain and rinse chickpeas, add to skillet, and bring to a low boil.2 Cans Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas) (15 oz)
- Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring often.
- While simmering, prepare rice according to package instructions.1 Cup Jasmine Rice
- After 10 minutes of simmering, taste and adjust seasonings in masala as desired. Salt may be likely. Add a sprinkle of cayenne pepper if desired.Sprinkle Cayenne Pepper
- Serve masala over rice with a side of vegan naan bread (or optional pita bread). Add salt and pepper to taste.Vegan Naan Bread OR, Pita Bread
