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Location: Roosevelt Square (1026 NE 64th St)

Healthy Chana Saag

A healthy Indian-inspired chickpea and spinach curry with tomato, onion, and lemon. High in fiber and protein, with a bright, fresh finish.

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Ingredients

  • Sweet Onion 1 medium, diced $1.43
  • Organic Garlic, 3 CT 3 cloves, minced $2.89
  • Maison Riviere Organic Ginger Puree, 2.8 OZ 1 tbsp $3.99
  • Organic Roma Tomatoes, 16 OZ 2 medium, chopped $2.99
  • Organic Baby Spinach, 5 OZ 1 bag or 2 large handfuls $4.49
  • Lemon 1/2 $0.99
  • Organic Cilantro 2 tbsp chopped $1.79
  • Chickpeas 2 cans, drained and rinsed pantry
  • Olive oil 1 tbsp pantry
  • Ground cumin 1 1/2 tsp pantry
  • Ground coriander 1 tsp pantry
  • Turmeric 1/2 tsp pantry
  • Garam masala 1 tsp pantry
  • Salt to taste pantry

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet or pot over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 diced Sweet Onion and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until soft.
  3. Add 3 minced cloves Organic Garlic and 1 tablespoon ginger puree; cook 1 minute.
  4. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin, 1 teaspoon coriander, 1/2 teaspoon turmeric, and 1 teaspoon garam masala.
  5. Add 2 chopped tomatoes and a pinch of salt. Cook 6 to 8 minutes until saucy.
  6. Add 2 cans chickpeas and 1/2 to 3/4 cup water. Simmer 8 minutes, lightly mashing some chickpeas to thicken.
  7. Stir in the spinach and cook 1 to 2 minutes until wilted.
  8. Finish with lemon juice and chopped cilantro.
  9. Serve as is for a lighter meal, or with a small portion of rice if desired.

Cook time: 35 minutes

Estimated cost: $8-12 plus pantry spices

Health notes: High fiber, plant protein, iron-rich greens, and moderate calories if served on its own or with a small portion of rice.

Drink pairing: Sparkling water with lime or a light Riesling

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