IndianLunchVegetarianHigh Fiber

Chana Masala

Chana Masala is a lunch indian recipe with 300 calories per serving, nutrition details, and step-by-step preparation guidance.

Calories

300 kcal

Total Time

40 min

Servings

1

Protein

15 g

Ingredients

  • chickpeas.25 cup
  • onion.25 cup
  • tomatoes.25 cup
  • cumin seeds.25 tsp
  • chana masala.5 tsp
  • coriander1 tbsp
  • oil1 tbsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Step 1

    Soak 1/4 cup chickpeas overnight and cook until soft.

  2. 2

    Step 2

    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan, add 1/4 tsp cumin seeds.

  3. 3

    Step 3

    Add 1/4 cup chopped onion, sauté until golden.

  4. 4

    Step 4

    Add 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes, 1/2 tsp chana masala, salt to taste.

  5. 5

    Step 5

    Add chickpeas, simmer for 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Step 6

    Garnish with coriander and serve hot with rice or roti.

Nutrition Snapshot

Macros and micros at a glance

Calories

300

Protein

15g

Carbs

45g

Fat

12g

Fiber

10g

Diet and Allergen Guide

Vegetarian

Yes

Vegan

No

Gluten Free

No

Dairy Free

No

Allergens

No major allergens flagged

Meal Prep and Storage

Make it easier to prep ahead

Chana Masala can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chana Masala

How many calories are in Chana Masala?

Chana Masala has about 300 calories per serving based on the current ingredient list and serving size on this page.

Is Chana Masala suitable for vegetarians?

Yes. Chana Masala is suitable for vegetarians as written.

Is Chana Masala gluten-free?

Chana Masala is not reliably gluten-free as written. You can often adapt it with gluten-free swaps if needed.

Are there any allergen ingredients in Chana Masala?

This recipe does not contain none of the major allergens flagged in this recipe feed, but you should still review packaged ingredient labels for any brand-specific warnings.

Can I make Chana Masala ahead of time?

Chana Masala can usually be portioned into airtight containers and refrigerated for 2 to 4 days depending on the ingredients used.

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