This hearty curried vegetable and bean stew is a comforting, plant-based meal that balances earthy spices with sweet notes from red potatoes and apples. The dish features tender chickpeas and peas simmering in a rich, aromatic broth infused with curry powder, cumin, and ginger. It offers a satisfying texture contrast between the soft vegetables and the chewy beans. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a light lunch, it pairs beautifully with brown rice or crusty bread. The flavors deepen as it simmers, making it an ideal make-ahead dish for busy evenings. It’s simple, nutritious, and deeply satisfying.
Curried Vegetables & Beans
Description
This hearty curried vegetable and bean stew is a comforting, plant-based meal that balances earthy spices with sweet notes from red potatoes and apples. The dish features tender chickpeas and peas simmering in a rich, aromatic broth infused with curry powder, cumin, and ginger. It offers a satisfying texture contrast between the soft vegetables and the chewy beans. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a light lunch, it pairs beautifully with brown rice or crusty bread. The flavors deepen as it simmers, making it an ideal make-ahead dish for busy evenings. It&# 226;ÂÂs simple, nutritious, and deeply satisfying.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
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Add chopped garlic, diced red, yellow, and green bell peppers, and chopped onion.
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Sauté vegetables for about 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften.
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Sprinkle flour, curry powder, salt, cumin, black pepper, coriander, and ginger over the vegetables.
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Stir constantly for about 20 seconds to cook the flour and toast the spices.
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Pour in water and add diced red potatoes.
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Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
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Stir in sliced apples, thawed green peas, and drained cooked garbanzo beans.
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Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes to heat through and meld flavors.
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Serve hot over cooked brown rice.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 121.1kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.5g6%
- Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 8.5mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 21.0g8%
- Dietary Fiber 3.0g12%
- Sugars 6.5g
- Protein 3.1g7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.