Coconut Vegetable Curry
Warm curry spices and creamy coconut milk turn cauliflower, chickpeas, and spinach into a cozy, low-sodium dinner.
Sodium note
Curry paste can carry a lot of hidden sodium, so this recipe builds flavor from scratch with fresh spices and aromatics instead.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 (15-ounce) can no-salt-added chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 (14-ounce) can unsweetened coconut milk
- 1 cup unsalted vegetable broth
- 3 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Cooked brown rice, for serving
Method
- 1
Heat coconut oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- 2
Stir in the garlic, ginger, curry powder, turmeric, and cayenne, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Add the cauliflower, chickpeas, coconut milk, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
- 4
Cover and cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cauliflower is tender.
- 5
Stir in the spinach and cook for 2 more minutes, just until wilted.
- 6
Remove from heat, stir in the lime juice, and garnish with cilantro. Serve over brown rice.
Nutrition (estimated, per serving)
- Calories
- 310
- Protein
- 10 g
- Carbs
- 30 g
- Fat
- 19 g
- Sodium
- 75 mg per serving
Nutrition and sodium information is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredients, brands, serving sizes and preparation methods. Always check the labels on the products you buy.
Substitutions
- Broccoli or green beans can replace cauliflower.
- Cubed firm tofu can be added alongside the chickpeas for more protein.
- Kale can be used in place of spinach; add it a few minutes earlier since it takes longer to wilt.
Tips
- For a heartier curry, add cubed sweet potato along with the cauliflower.
- Full-fat coconut milk gives the richest texture, but light coconut milk works for a lighter dish.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day as the spices continue to develop.
New to cooking without salt? Start with our beginner guide and 25 ways to add flavor without salt.
