Veggie Chickpea Tikka Masala
This easy 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.
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Servings: 4
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