Crockpot Cauliflower Curry

Savor Crockpot Cauliflower Curry, a fragrant, low-calorie vegan stew with tender cauliflower florets simmered in a creamy coconut-tomato curry sauce. This healthy, one-pot meal is packed with Indian spices and ready with minimal effort.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crockpot Cauliflower Curry is the ultimate healthy comfort food—naturally vegan, gluten-free, and under 250 calories per generous serving, yet it tastes rich and indulgent thanks to creamy coconut milk and bold spices. The slow cooker gently infuses every floret with garam masala, turmeric, and ginger while you’re away, creating a deeply flavorful, satisfying meal that feels like a restaurant dish. It’s perfect for meal prep, weight loss, or when you want something nourishing and cozy without standing over the stove. The leftovers taste even better the next day.

Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Use Fresh Cauliflower → It holds its shape better than frozen.
• Bloom Spices → Sauté spices in oil first for maximum flavor.
• Add Coconut Milk Last → Prevents curdling during long cooking.
• Thicken Naturally → Mash some cauliflower at the end.
• Taste & Adjust → Spices concentrate; add lime or salt at the end.
• Serve with Rice → Or cauliflower rice for extra low-calorie option.

Yield: 6 Servings

Crockpot Cauliflower Curry

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Healthy, creamy cauliflower curry made effortlessly in the crockpot.

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 6 hours

Additional Time 10 minutes

Total Time 6 hours 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 can (14 oz) light coconut milk
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garam masala
• 1 tsp turmeric
• 2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tbsp curry powder
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Prep Cauliflower → Cut into bite-sized florets; rinse and drain.
2. Sauté Aromatics → Heat oil; cook onion 3 minutes until soft.
3. Bloom Spices → Add garlic, ginger, curry powder, garam masala, turmeric; cook 1 minute.
4. Layer Crockpot → Place cauliflower in slow cooker.
5. Add Tomato Base → Pour diced tomatoes with juice over cauliflower.
6. Pour Liquids → Add vegetable broth and coconut milk.
7. Season → Sprinkle salt and pepper; stir gently.
8. Slow Cook → Low 6 hours or high 3 hours until cauliflower is tender.
9. Final Taste → Adjust seasoning; mash some cauliflower for thicker texture.
10. Serve with Flair → Ladle into bowls, garnish with cilantro and lime, and enjoy!

Notes

• Use light coconut milk to keep calories low.
• Add spinach in last 30 minutes for extra greens.
• Leftovers thicken; add broth when reheating.
• Serve with brown rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice.

Nutrition Information

Yield

6

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 109Total Fat 7gSaturated Fat 3gUnsaturated Fat 4gSodium 311mgCarbohydrates 12gFiber 6gSugar 4gProtein 4g

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Ingredients Notes

• Cauliflower → Fresh head, cut into florets; the star of the dish.
• Coconut Milk → Full-fat for creaminess; light for lower calories.
• Diced Tomatoes → Canned with juice for rich broth.
• Onion & Garlic → Build savory base.
• Fresh Ginger → Grated for bright warmth.
• Curry Powder & Garam Masala → Blend of spices for authentic flavor.
• Vegetable Broth → Low-sodium to control salt.
• Cilantro & Lime → Fresh garnish for brightness.

Variations and Substitutions

• Protein Boost → Add chickpeas, tofu, or chicken.
• Low-Fat → Use light coconut milk or yogurt.
• Spicy → Add fresh chilies, cayenne, or chili powder.
• Veggie Add-Ins → Spinach, bell peppers, or zucchini.
• Creamier → Stir in cashew cream or coconut yogurt.
• Milder → Reduce curry powder and omit chili.

Storage Options

• Refrigerator → Airtight container up to 5 days.
• Freezer → Freeze in portions up to 3 months.
• Reheating → Warm with splash of broth or water.

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