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Vegan Curried Superfood Bowl
4.82 from 11 votes

Curry Quinoa Bowl

Vegan curried superfood bowl where zesty black bean quinoa is served with a simple but full of flavor creamy curry.  The curry is so easy to make, which makes it perfect for a busy mid-week dinner. It's frugal, nutritious, and tasty!
Author Diana
Servings 2 servings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

Zesty black bean quinoa:

  • ½ cup quinoa uncooked
  • 1 cup water
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup black beans cooked and rinsed under water
  • 1 small lime juiced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Vegan coconut curry:

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil to saute
  • ½ yellow onion diced
  • 2 small carrots diced
  • 2 green chilis pierced (omit if you don't like spicy food)
  • ½ cup mixed bell peppers red, green, yellow
  • 1 potato diced
  • cup peas frozen or fresh
  • ¾ (300 ml) can coconut milk
  • 2 teaspoons lemongrass paste optional
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

To make zesty black bean quinoa:

  • Rinse the quinoa first as it helps you get rid off any bitter taste (you can skip this step), and then put it in a pot along with the salted water. 
  • Bring to a boil, and then reduce to simmer for 10-15 minutes. Leave the pot uncovered. When the quinoa absorbs all of the water, remove from heat immediately and fluff with a fork.
  • Add the cooked black beans to the quinoa and squeeze a lime (or half a lemon if lime is not available), and mix in some chopped coriander.

To make the coconut curry:

  • In a frying pan or medium wok, heat a little bit of oil over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onions, carrots and bell peppers. stir frequently until onions are soft.
  • Add diced potato, peas, coconut milk, and curry powder (if using lemongrass paste, then add it now). Stir quickly and cover with a lid. Let it simmer for 10 minutes or until liquids reduce and potatoes are soft.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately with the zesty bean quinoa in one bowl.

Notes

*If you're watching your calorie intake, dilute the coconut milk with water. Use half of the amount of the coconut milk in the recipe card, and add water.