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
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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!”.
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When the oil is hot, add the onion and cook for 5 minutes or until soft.
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Add the garlic, turmeric, cumin, coriander, and black pepper and cook for 1 minute.
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Add the chickpeas and cook for 3 minutes.
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Add the tomatoes, spinach, and cilantro and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
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Serve over white rice or quinoa and enjoy.
Recommended Sides
- White rice
- Quinoa
- Garlic Naan
- Cucumber salad
- Yogurt
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