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Link copied!Chickpea Curry (A Pressure-Cooked Legume-Free Version)
by:
LivingLowLectin
June 12, 2026
This Pressure-Cooked Chickpea Substitute Curry is a warm, creamy, low-lectin-friendly twist on classic chickpea curry without using legumes. Instead of chickpeas, this recipe leans on cauliflower, mushrooms, and peeled zucchini to create a hearty texture while allowing the curry spices, coconut milk, garlic, ginger, and turmeric to shine. Pressure cooking helps soften the vegetables and makes the dish easier to enjoy for those who are experimenting with a low-lectin lifestyle or looking for a gentler alternative to bean-based curries.
Chickpea Curry (A Pressure-Cooked Legume-Free Version)
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Minutes | 20 Minutes | 35 Minutes |
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 large head of cauliflower, cut into small florets
- 1 cup chopped cremini or white mushrooms
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup chopped peeled zucchini
- Sea salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice
Directions:
- Set your pressure cooker to sauté mode. Add the oil and diced onion. Cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add garlic and ginger. Stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add curry powder, turmeric, cumin, and coriander. Stir to coat the onions and allow the spices to bloom.
- Add cauliflower florets, mushrooms, and zucchini. Stir well.
- Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth. Season lightly with sea salt.
- Seal the pressure cooker and cook on high pressure for 5 minutes.
- Allow a natural release for 5 minutes, then carefully vent the remaining pressure.
- Taste and adjust seasoning. Add a squeeze of lemon if desired.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve over cauliflower rice or a small portion of pressure-cooked white rice if tolerated.
Notes:For the most low-lectin-friendly version, use peeled zucchini and serve the curry over cauliflower rice instead of regular rice. If you prefer a thicker curry, let it simmer on sauté mode for a few minutes after pressure cooking with the lid off. For a thinner curry, add a splash of extra vegetable broth or coconut milk.
This curry is a great example of how low-lectin cooking does not have to feel restrictive. By swapping chickpeas for pressure-cooked vegetables, you still get a comforting, flavorful bowl with the richness of coconut milk, the depth of mushrooms, and the familiar spice profile of a classic curry. Serve it over cauliflower rice for a lighter option, or with a small portion of pressure-cooked white rice if tolerated, and enjoy it as a satisfying meal that supports both comfort and mindful eating.