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    Eat Fresh Glow » Recipes » Dinner

    Cauliflower Chickpea Spinach Curry with Sweet Potato

    Published: Jan 9, 2022 · Modified: Feb 8, 2023 by Jacqui Wilson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    cauliflower chickpea spinach curry on a bed of rice in a bowl with spoon.
    cauliflower chickpea spinach curry on a bed of rice in a bowl with spoon.

    This 20-minute coconut cauliflower curry recipe is easy, healthy and comforting. Naturally gluten-free and vegan, there's a spoonful of cauliflower, chickpeas, spinach and sweet potato in every bite!

    cauliflower chickpea spinach curry with sweet potato and coconut milk on bed of brown rice in two bowls
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    • Why you'll love this recipe
    • Noteworthy ingredients
    • How to make spinach curry
    • Tips and variations
    • FAQs
    • Storage
    • Recipe

    Why you'll love this recipe

    • This mixed vegetable curry is a complete meal with vegetables for vitamins and minerals; chickpeas, edamame and sweet potato for plant-based protein and fiber; and coconut milk for healthy fats. Serve over a bed of brown rice to add whole grains and something to soak up the fragrant curry sauce.
    • This cauliflower sweet potato coconut curry is creamy, healthy, easy, hearty, rich, spicy, comforting and oh, so delicious!
    • You may also want to try my Sweet Potato and Chickpea Stew and Spice Red Lentil Soup for more warming spices. Or, serve along side a healthy plate of Crunchy Kale Salad with Spicy Peanut Vinaigrette.

    Noteworthy ingredients

    ingredients for chickpea curry on marble background
    • Cumin seed sautéed in coconut oil: allows the aromatics to flavor the oil.
    • Chili peppers: add a little heat to the coconut curry. You can substitute with jalapeño peppers in this curry recipe if you like, or omit the heat completely.
    • Fresh ginger, ground turmeric and garam masala: add warming Indian spices with an incredible amount of flavor. Turmeric contains a powerful antioxidant called curcumin, that can potentially lower inflammation and boost brain power.
    • Black pepper: has an active ingredient called piperine, which enhances the absorption of curcumin in the body; that's why it's always good practice to add black pepper to any dish that includes turmeric.
    • Can chickpeas with liquid and organic edamame: adds a huge boost of protein and fiber to the dish. The chickpea liquid (aquafaba) helps to thicken the creamy curry sauce.
    • Cauliflower and sweet potato: adds texture and a good dose of antioxidants and fiber to this creamy curry dish.
    • Coconut milk: adds creaminess and healthy fats. You can substitute broth or water if you don't like coconut milk but I don't find the dish tastes strongly of coconut.
    • Low-sodium vegetable broth or filtered water: increases the volume of the sauce. You can substitute water for the broth or use half broth and half water.
    • Spinach: adds a healthy dose of iron and vitamin C. This dark leafy-green supports bone, hair and skin health.

    see recipe card for all ingredients and quantities

    How to make spinach curry

    Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Warm the coconut oil. Add the cumin seeds, stirring to toast and become fragrant. About 1 minute, careful not to burn.

    Raise heat to medium and add the onions, chilies and ginger, sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in the turmeric, garam masala, sea salt and black pepper and continue to cook for 2 minutes longer.

    Add the chickpeas with liquid, tomatoes with juices, cauliflower, sweet potato, edamame, coconut milk and vegetable broth. Raise heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally until cauliflower and sweet potato are tender. About 15 minutes. 

    cauliflower coconut curry with spinach cooked in large pot

    Remove from heat and immediately stir in fresh spinach. Top with fresh cilantro.

    Tips and variations

    • Fill the pot with a variety of additional vegetables. The addition of peas, green beans, zucchini, squash or mushrooms smothered in curry sauce can really boost your vitamin and nutrient intake.
    • Adjust the heat by adding more or less chili peppers. Substitute jalapeños, which are more widely available. Swap fresh for dried flaked chili peppers or ground cayenne pepper. Start with ⅛ teaspoon dried and work up from there. You can also leave out the heat altogether.

    FAQs

    What does coconut milk add to curry?

    Coconut milk adds creamy richness with a slight nutty flavor and sweetness to balance the heat.

    Can you use the liquid from canned chickpeas?

    Rather than rinsing that viscous liquid (also known as aquafaba) in your can of chickpeas, pour it into your soup, stew or curry along with the chickpeas. It can replace added liquid to your recipe and helps a little to thicken the dish.

    What can I do with leftover cauliflower curry?

    This curry recipe keeps really well. Serve over rice, quinoa or a bed of your favorite dark leafy green like spinach, kale or arugula.

    cauliflower chickpea spinach curry with sweet potato on a bed of brown rice in three bowl

    Storage

    This chickpea curry dish stores really well in an airtight container (preferably glass) in the fridge for up to 5 days. It will also freeze well for up to 3 months.

    Recipe

    cauliflower chickpea spinach curry with sweet potato in a bowl with spoon.

    Cauliflower Chickpea Spinach Curry with Sweet Potato

    5 from 2 votes
    This coconut cauliflower curry recipe is easy, healthy and comforting. Naturally gluten-free and vegan, there's a spoonful of cauliflower, chickpeas, spinach and sweet potato in every bite!
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    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Servings: 4 -6 servings
    Calories: 175kcal

    Equipment

    • 1 large pot or Dutch oven

    Ingredients

    • 1 tablespoon coconut oil
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seed
    • 1 large onion, diced
    • 1-2 chili peppers, sliced or diced
    • 2 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
    • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
    • 1 teaspoon garam masala
    • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 1 14-ounce can chickpeas with liquid
    • 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes
    • ½ large head of cauliflower, cut into florets (~300 grams)
    • 1 medium sweet potato, ¾-inch dice (~300 grams)
    • 1 cup shelled edamame (145 grams) (fresh or frozen)
    • 1 14-ounce can coconut milk
    • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth or filtered water (240 ml)
    • 3 cups packed spinach (~90 grams), roughly chopped
    • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

    Instructions

    • Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-low heat. Warm the coconut oil. Add the cumin seeds, stirring to toast and become fragrant. About 1 minute, careful not to burn.
    • Raise heat to medium and add the onions, chilies and ginger, sauté for 2 minutes. Stir in the turmeric, garam masala, sea salt and black pepper and continue to cook for 2 minutes longer.
    • Add the chickpeas with liquid, tomatoes with juices, cauliflower, sweet potato, edamame, coconut milk and vegetable broth. Raise heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally until cauliflower and sweet potato are tender. About 15 minutes. 
    • Remove from heat and immediately stir in fresh spinach. Top with fresh cilantro.

    Notes

    Serve over rice, quinoa or a bed of your favorite dark leafy green like spinach, kale or arugula.
    Store in an airtight container (preferably glass) in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freeze well for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 175kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Sodium: 367mg | Potassium: 819mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 3mg
    Author: Jacqui Wilson
    Course: dinner
    Cuisine: Indian
    Diet: Vegan

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    1. Lynda H

      January 14, 2023 at 9:07 pm

      Soooo flavorful! Perfect for a cool January night. The fresh cilantro makes it! Thank you!

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      • Jacqui Wilson

        January 15, 2023 at 4:32 pm

        So glad you enjoyed the chickpea curry!

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