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Overhead View of a Plate of Butternut Squash Chana Masala and Rice Surrounded by Fresh Cilantro
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Butternut Squash Chana Masala
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
35 mins
Total Time
45 mins
 
Butternut squash chunks add a hint of sweetness to this spicy and comforting chana masala. Serve it with rice or naan for a hearty and healthy vegan meal.
Course: Entree
Cuisine: American, Indian
Servings: 4
Calories: 414 kcal
Author: Alissa
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons freshly grated ginger
  • 1 serrano pepper, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1-3 tablespoons garam masala, see note
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 14 ounce cans diced tomatoes
  • ½ cup vegetable broth
  • 3 cups ½ inch diced butternut squash (about 1 ½ pounds, or half of a medium squash)
  • 2 14 ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
Instructions
  1. Coat the bottom of a large pot with oil and place over medium heat. When oil is hot, add onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, ginger, serrano pepper, garam masala, coriander, and cumin. Sauté about 1 minute more, until very fragrant.
  2. Add tomatoes, broth and butternut squash to the pot. Give everything a stir, raise heat and bring to a boil. Lower heat and allow to simmer, uncovered for 10 minutes. Stir in chickpeas and continue simmering, stirring occasionally, until squash is tender, about 15 to 20 minutes more. Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Divide onto plates and sprinkle with fresh cilantro. Serve with rice and/or naan.
Recipe Notes

I used three tablespoons of garam masala in my batch, and loved it. That might be a lot for some people though. If you're not sure, start with 1 tablespoon and add more to taste when it's all done cooking.

Nutrition information does not include accompaniments.

Nutrition Facts
Butternut Squash Chana Masala
Amount Per Serving
Calories 414 Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 1.7g9%
Sodium 744mg31%
Potassium 1220mg35%
Carbohydrates 71.2g24%
Fiber 14.3g57%
Sugar 8.3g9%
Protein 14.3g29%
Calcium 120mg12%
Iron 4.9mg27%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.