Vegetarian Coronation Chicken
Elegant, flavorful, and fully vegetarian, this Vegetarian Coronation Chickpea recipe is a delightful twist on the classic Coronation Chicken. Perfect for picnics, lunch spreads, or light dinners, this dish combines tender chickpeas with a creamy, tangy sauce made from Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, mango chutney, and a fragrant blend of curry powder and turmeric for a rich depth of flavor. Toasted almonds add a satisfying crunch, while fresh coriander brightens each bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy and nutritious recipe is perfectly versatile—serve it over greens, between crusty bread, or as a vibrant side dish. Vegetarian-friendly and filled with bold spices, this dish reigns supreme in taste! Keywords: Vegetarian Coronation Chickpea, easy chickpea recipe, curry chickpea salad, vegetarian picnic dishes, quick vegetarian lunch.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams canned chickpeas
- 150 grams plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons mango chutney
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 30 grams sliced almonds
- 1 tablespoon condensed milk
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, mango chutney, curry powder, turmeric, lemon juice, condensed milk, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and evenly mixed.
Gently fold in the chickpeas until they are well coated with the dressing.
Toast the sliced almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. Let them cool slightly.
Add the toasted almonds to the chickpea mixture, reserving a few for garnish.
Chop the fresh coriander and add it to the mixture, stirring to combine. Save a little coriander for garnishing as well.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. You may add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper according to your taste preference.
Serve the Vegetarian Coronation Chickpea on a bed of greens, as a sandwich filling, or as a side dish. Garnish with the reserved almonds and coriander before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
255 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.3 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 4 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 842 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.9 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.9 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 106 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 305 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
