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A vibrant Vegetable Curry Bowl filled with sweet potato, broccoli, chickpeas, and rice, garnished with cilantro.

Vegetable Curry Bowl

This recipe for Vegetable Curry Bowl is a healthy, plant-based meal that is quick to prepare and full of flavor. It is perfect for busy weeknights and can be customized to your liking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Simmer Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Indian-inspired

Ingredients
  

For the Curry
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic grated
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt or more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 can (14-ounces) coconut milk
  • 1 can (15-ounces) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can (15-ounces) chickpeas drained
  • 2 cups sweet potatoes diced
  • 1 cup green peas
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 4 cups spinach
  • 1 teaspoon garam masala

Equipment

  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring often.
  2. Add the grated garlic, grated ginger, curry powder, ground coriander, ground cumin, turmeric powder, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir and cook for one minute until fragrant. If the pan gets dry, add 2 tablespoons of water and stir until a paste forms.
  3. Add the vegetable broth, coconut milk, crushed tomatoes, chickpeas, and diced sweet potatoes. Stir, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Add the green peas and broccoli florets. Simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally.
  5. Turn off the heat. Stir in the spinach and garam masala. Taste and adjust salt before serving.

Notes

Serve this Vegetable Curry Bowl with basmati rice, brown rice, roti, or naan. Consider adding a dollop of Greek yogurt, a squeeze of lemon, chopped cilantro, toasted cashews, and a drizzle of tadka for extra flavor.

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