Who said you need to have meat for curry? In fact, lots of authentic curries are plant-based which is a big win for vegan folk! Looking for a new recipe to spice up your dinner-time? Discover nine of our absolute favourite vegan recipes in this article.
Our top vegan curry recipes to try
Whether you’re a fan of a lentil-based curry or something Thai inspired, we have listed a whole host of plant-based curry recipes for you to try below:
Butternut squash, lentil & spinach curry
Starting off strong, this is a warming vegan curry perfect for damp and dreary winter nights. With chunks of butternut squash for a hint of sweetness, lentils for the texture and spinach to add some freshness – what’s not to love?
Goes great with: Vegan naan bread
Butternut squash, lentil & spinach curry
Turmeric superblend curry
Three words: chunky, chickpea curry. Packed loads of veggies, from chopped carrots and sweet potato to tomatoes and spinach, this curry is ideal for getting a nutritionally balanced meal.
Goes great with: Vegan pilau rice
Turmeric superblend curry
Pinto bean curry
Fancy trying something a little different? This pinto bean curry is worth trying your hand at. Just make sure you have enough time to prep, as the pinto beans will need to soak overnight.
Goes great with: Wholegrain rice
Pinto bean curry
Lighter curry
On the hunt for a lighter curry that still has all the flavour you’re craving? Look no further than our lighter curry. With aubergines, peppers and courgettes as the main ingredients, you’ll be getting a healthy dose of fibre from this meal.
Recipe coming soon
Lighter curry
Red thai curry stir fry
Okay, you got us – this isn’t a traditional curry, but it should still scratch the same itch. Combining warming spice with zesty Thai flavours, this red Thai curry stir fry is super satisfying. Plus, it is packed with protein filled veg like edamame beans and green beans!
Goes great with: Thai basil leaves
Red thai curry stir fry
Chickpea, aubergine & squash curry
Not a fan of spinach in curries? Then this recipe is the perfect one for you. Similar to the first recipe in the list, it just swaps out spinach for aubergine! Full of flavour and oh-so moreish, this will quickly rise to the top of your favourite meals.
Goes great with: Coconut yoghurt
Chickpea, aubergine & squash curry
Thai tofu laksa
If you prefer tangy, Thai-style curries you have to try this tofu Laksa. But tofu isn’t the only star of the show. It also contains butternut squash, ginger and turmeric which all contribute to a healthy immune system, which makes it ideal for wintertime.
Goes great with: Cucumber and peanut salad
Thai tofu laksa
Thai green curry
Keeping on the Thai theme, you can’t go wrong with a classic Thai green curry. And this one is vegan-friendly too, so you don’t have to worry about a sneaky addition of fish sauce!
Goes great with: Wholegrain rice
Recipe coming soon
Thai green curry
Peanut satay curry
Peanut butter adds such a delicious depth of flavour to curries, which is why we’ve saved this peanut satay curry recipe until last. Ideal if you’re craving a creamy, luxurious vegan curry.
Goes great with: Jasmine rice
Recipe coming soon
Peanut satay curry
The final say
And that wraps up our list of vegan curry recipes. Found something that takes your fancy? Give it a go today! Or if you’d like to every other kind of food, check out our whole collection of vegan recipes online.
Last updated: 15 December 2022