Heart-Healthy Pumpkin Curry

Delight your taste buds with this flavorful Heart-Healthy Pumpkin Curry, a nourishing dish that’s both satisfying and packed with wholesome ingredients! This vibrant recipe combines tender, nutrient-rich pumpkin cubes with the aromatic blend of garlic, ginger, and red curry paste for a bold and fragrant base. Creamy, reduced-fat coconut milk adds a luscious texture, while fresh spinach and a squeeze of zesty lime juice provide a refreshing, nutrient-packed finishing touch. Perfectly balanced with low-sodium vegetable broth, this curry is designed to support heart health without compromising on flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s an easy, plant-based dinner option that’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and ideal for busy weeknights. Serve over steamed rice or whole grains and top with fresh cilantro for a comforting, aromatic meal that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 600 g Pumpkin, peeled and cubed
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
• 2 tbsp Red curry paste
• 400 ml Canned coconut milk, reduced-fat
• 250 ml Vegetable broth, low-sodium
• 100 g Spinach leaves, fresh
• 2 tbsp Lime juice
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until it turns translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Mix in the red curry paste and cook, stirring well, for 1-2 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Step 5

Add the cubed pumpkin to the pot, tossing it with the onion mixture until well coated.

Step 6

Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine all ingredients.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is tender.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh spinach leaves, cooking for 2-3 minutes until wilted.

Step 9

Add lime juice, salt, and black pepper, adjusting seasoning to taste.

Step 10

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1611.3 grams (1611.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	796

Total Fat 54.10g	69%
Saturated Fat 25.10g	126%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2085mg	91%
Total Carbohydrate 78.30g	28%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 29.30g
Protein 16.00g	32%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 346mg	27%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 3392mg	72%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.3%

Protein: 7.4%

Carbs: 36.2%