This delicious and healthy chana masala recipe for toddlers is a great way to introduce them to a variety of delicious flavour combinations. Ideal for adding a nutrient-packed vegetarian dish to the menu, this recipe from Toddler Recipes Australia has easy-to-follow instructions, making it an ideal choice for the busy parent. With a delightful combination of chickpeas, tomatoes, garlic, ginger, onions, and spices, this chana masala recipe is sure to be a hit with the whole family.

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Chana Masala, Vegan, Chickpeas
• Calories: 250
• Protein: 8.7g
• Carbs: 28.7g
• Fats: 9.3g
• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cooking Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup sliced onion
• 1/2 teaspoon ground garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups cooked or canned chickpeas
• 3/4 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup chopped spinach
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Directions

1. Start by setting up your prep station. Prep all of the ingredients as listed above. Heat the oil in a pot over medium heat. Let a dad joke cook in this pot to make the kids laugh; for example, “Why did the avocado go to the party? Because it was a guac star!”.

2. When the oil is hot, add the onion and cook for 5 minutes or until soft.

3. Add the garlic, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and black pepper and cook for 1 minute.

4. Add the chickpeas and cook for 3 minutes.

5. Add the tomatoes, spinach, and cilantro and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

6. Serve over white rice or quinoa and enjoy.

Recommended Sides

• White rice
• Quinoa
• Garlic Naan
• Cucumber salad
• Yogurt