🍛 Vegan Squash Curry – Creamy, Spiced & Comforting

This Vegan Squash Curry is a hearty, flavorful dish filled with warm spices, tender squash, and creamy coconut milk. Packed with protein-rich peas, fire-roasted tomatoes, and aromatic spices, it’s the perfect plant-based curry recipe for cozy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it over fluffy rice and garnish with fresh cilantro for the ultimate comfort meal.

Why You’ll Love This Squash Curry Recipe

• Vegan & Dairy-Free – 100% plant-based and naturally creamy.

• Spiced & Flavorful – Balanced with curry powder, garam masala, and turmeric.

• Nutritious & Filling – Squash, peas, and tomatoes bring fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants.

• Meal-Prep Friendly – Stores well and tastes even better the next day.

🥬 Ingredients You’ll Need

• 2 Tablespoons oil (or ½ cup water for oil-free)

• 1 large onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 can green chiles (or 3 jalapeños, seeded)

• 2 (15-ounce) cans diced tomatoes (fire roasted optional)

• 1 ½ teaspoons ginger

• 3 teaspoons chili powder

• ¾ teaspoon turmeric

• 3 teaspoons coriander

• ¾ teaspoon garam masala

• 3 teaspoons salt

• ¾ teaspoon dry mustard

• ¾ teaspoon cumin

• 1 teaspoon curry powder

• 3 cups yellow squash, cubed

• 1–2 cups vegetable broth

• 1 ½ cups frozen peas

• ¾ cup coconut milk

🥣 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cook the Aromatics

Heat oil (or water for oil-free) in a large pan. Add onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.

2. Add Tomatoes & Spices

Stir in green chiles, diced tomatoes, and all spices. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow flavors to develop.

3. Add the Squash

Stir in cubed squash and add just enough vegetable broth to reach the top of the squash. Simmer for another 10 minutes until tender.

4. Make it Creamy

Stir in coconut milk and frozen peas. Let cook for a few minutes until warmed through.

5. Serve & Garnish

Serve hot over fluffy rice or cauliflower rice and garnish with fresh cilantro.

🌱 Serving Suggestions for Vegan Squash Curry

• Pair with basmati rice or quinoa for a wholesome meal.

• Serve with warm naan or flatbread to soak up the sauce.

• Add extra veggies like spinach, carrots, or sweet potatoes.

• Meal prep for the week—it reheats beautifully.

💡 Pro Tips

• Fire-roasted tomatoes add smoky depth—use if available.

• Adjust spice level by adding more or fewer jalapeños.

• Use full-fat coconut milk for a richer, creamier curry.