Heart-Healthy Green Bean Curry
Experience the vibrant flavors of this Heart-Healthy Green Bean Curry, a nourishing dish brimming with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices. Perfect for those seeking a wholesome yet indulgent meal, this recipe combines tender green beans, creamy light coconut milk, and a medley of bold seasonings like curry powder, turmeric, and cumin. Enhanced with fresh spinach, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty splash of lime juice, it's a rich and satisfying dish that supports both flavor and wellness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this low-sodium, plant-based curry pairs beautifully with steamed brown rice or whole-grain bread for a complete and balanced meal. Whether you're cooking for family or meal prepping for the week, this easy one-pan recipe will become a go-to favorite for delicious, heart-healthy comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh green beans
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons Curry powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 400 milliliters Coconut milk, light
- 2 medium Tomatoes, diced
- 100 grams Fresh spinach leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Start by preparing the green beans: trim the ends and cut them into 1-inch pieces; set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add the curry powder, turmeric, and cumin to the pan. Stir continuously for another 1 minute to bloom the spices.
Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk, then add the diced tomatoes. Stir everything together.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then add the green beans.
Cover the pan and let the green beans cook for about 10 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the fresh spinach and cook just until wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Season the curry with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Remove from heat and stir in the lime juice.
Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve the green bean curry hot, accompanied with steamed brown rice or whole grain bread for a balanced meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
769 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.0 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.2 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2878 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.8 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.0 g | 93% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 19.4 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 446 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 2963 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
