Easy Turmeric Rice Recipe With Chickpeas & Spinach Is Quick & Healthy by 30Seconds Food

Forget about all the health benefits of turmeric. This easy turmeric rice recipe with chickpeas and spinach is just plain delicious. And it's vegan.

Ready in about 20 minutes, this turmeric rice recipe is the perfect side dish with chicken, beef, pork, lamb and seafood. Make it a complete meal by stirring in some cooked, shredded chicken or pork.

Cuisine: Indian
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garam masala
• crushed red pepper flakes (to taste)
• 1 1/4 cups cooked basmati rice
• 2 1/2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can (14 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup fresh spinach leaves, packed
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Here's how to make it: 

1. Heat the oil in a skillet. Add the onion and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the turmeric, cumin, garam masala and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, about 1 minute.
2. Add the rice and broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for about 7 to 8 minutes, stirring often.
3. Add the chickpeas and spinach. Cook until the spinach wilts, about 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Add the lemon juice and cilantro. Stir and serve.

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