Delicious and Vegan Thai Red Curry Noodle Bowl: Comforting, Creamy, and Nourishing
Thai food is SOOO good. We absolutely love Thai food. Now that the weather is turning cold, spicy Thai curry specially noodle soup curry is the perfect dinner choice for us.
There’s something magical about a bowl of Thai red curry; the velvety coconut broth, the aroma of ginger and garlic, and the beautiful balance of spice and comfort. When combined with rice noodles and fresh vegetables, it becomes a nourishing and heart-healthy dish that satisfies both body and soul. Today, we’re bringing this Southeast Asian favorite right to your kitchen with a wholesome twist: a Thai Red Curry Noodle Bowl packed with mushrooms, green beans, carrots, onions, ginger, garlic, and for protein chickpeas making it a fully vegan/vegetarian dish.
Heart-healthy cooking doesn’t have to be bland or boring. In fact, cuisines like Thai food naturally lean into plant-based ingredients, aromatics, and spices that boost health while offering rich flavors. This recipe celebrates that harmony. Not only is it creamy and comforting, but it’s also rich in fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats that support cardiovascular wellness.
Why This Curry is Heart-Smart
What makes this dish good for your heart?
1. Plant-Powered Ingredients
Vegetables like mushrooms, green beans, and carrots deliver fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants that promote healthy cholesterol levels and reduce inflammation; key components of heart health.
2. Rice Noodles for a Gentle Grain Option
Rice noodles are naturally gluten-free and easy to digest. They pair beautifully with curry while providing the energy your body needs without the heaviness that often comes from refined wheat noodles.
3. Coconut Milk in Moderation
Coconut milk brings creamy richness and when used in moderation, it adds satisfying texture without compromising wellness goals. You can also use light coconut milk to reduce saturated fat content without losing flavor.
4. Aromatics That Heal
Ginger and garlic aren’t just flavor heroes; they’re also known for heart-protective benefits. Research suggests they can help support healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
5. Red Curry Paste for Flavor, Not Sodium Overload
Using a small amount of curry paste gives you layers of flavor. Look for varieties lower in sodium, or use less and boost flavor with herbs like cilantro and lime.
Heart-Healthy Thai Red Curry Noodle Recipe
Serves: 4
Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
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8 oz rice noodles
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1 cup sliced mushrooms
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1 cup green beans, trimmed
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1 cup sliced carrots
1 cup fresh spinach
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1 medium onion, sliced
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1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp Thai red curry paste (you can buy at any Asian grocery store, sometimes regular grocery stores also sell them in their international food section)
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1 can (13.5 oz) light coconut milk
1 cup cooked chickpeas
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1 tbsp lime juice
Few Thai red chilies (optional)
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Fresh basil or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pan and sauté onion, garlic, and ginger until fragrant. I also added few Thai red chilies from my garden which are usually pretty spicy. You can skip it if you cannot eat too spicy food.
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Add mushrooms, carrots, and green beans; cook for 5-6 minutes.
Add the spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes
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Add the chickpeas and stir in red curry paste and cook for 1 minute to release aromas.
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Pour in coconut milk and vegetable broth; simmer for 5 minutes.
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Add the uncooked rice noodles and cook in the broth for an easy one pot meal. Cook till the noodles are tender.
Toss gently, and finish with lime juice and basil/cilantro.
8. Enjoy the delicious bowl of creamy spicy flavorful vegan red curry noodles.
I hope you enjoy this heart-healthy Thai Red Curry Noodle Bowl as a cozy weeknight dinner or a meal-prep favorite. It's proof that nourishing your heart can be as delicious as it is fulfilling. 💓
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