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Split Pea and Spinach Curry
VeganLunchDinnerQuick & EasyLow Calorie

Split Pea and Spinach Curry

A quick and easy split pea and spinach curry that's high in protein, low in calories, and bursting with flavor.

5 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

4

Serves

320

Calories

Macros · per serving

35g protein

50g carbs

7g fat

Ingredients

For 4 servings

  • 2 cups split peas
  • 4 cups spinach
  • 1 onion
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 inch piece ginger
  • 1 14 oz can canned tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 2 tablespoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander powder
  • salt — to taste
  • black pepper — to taste
  • 4 cups water

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the split peas under cold water and set aside.

  2. 2

    Finely chop the onion, garlic, and ginger.

  3. 3

    In a large pot, heat coconut oil over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add chopped onion, garlic, and ginger to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent.

  5. 5

    Stir in curry powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

  6. 6

    Add the canned tomatoes, split peas, and water to the pot. Bring to a boil and then lower the heat to simmer for 15 minutes.

  7. 7

    Add spinach to the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes until the split peas are tender.

  8. 8

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

  9. 9

    Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

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