Mediterranean Diet Black Bean Curry

Discover the wholesome flavors of this Mediterranean Diet Black Bean Curry, a vibrant fusion of nutrient-packed ingredients and bold spices designed to delight your taste buds while supporting a healthy lifestyle. Perfect for a quick yet hearty dinner, this recipe combines creamy coconut milk, protein-rich black beans, and the aromatic warmth of cumin, smoked paprika, and turmeric. Complemented by the freshness of red bell peppers and a zesty squeeze of lime, this curry achieves the perfect balance of comfort and brightness. Ready in just 45 minutes and featuring pantry-friendly staples, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it over quinoa, brown rice, or with warm naan for a deliciously satisfying, plant-based dish the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 3 cups cooked black beans
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 lime, cut into wedges

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and minced ginger and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for 3 minutes, until softened.

Step 5

Mix in the ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, and turmeric. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.

Step 6

Add the canned diced tomatoes and bring to a simmer.

Step 7

Pour in the coconut milk and stir to combine.

Step 8

Add the cooked black beans, salt, and black pepper. Stir and let the curry simmer over low heat for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Check the seasoning and adjust with more salt and pepper, if necessary.

Step 10

Garnish the curry with fresh chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Serve hot with lime wedges on the side to squeeze over the curry for added freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1675.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1388.5

Total Fat 47.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 7.9mg	0%
Sodium 2971.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 66.0g	0%
Total Sugars 44.2g
Protein 57.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 472.6mg	0%
Iron 22.2mg	0%
Potassium 3862.6mg	0%

*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: 29.2%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 55.0%