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A plant-based yellow curry made with vegetables, turmeric, and spices.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Yellow vegetable curry (220 g) has 209 calories. That works out to 95 calories per 100 g. It contains 20.9 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 11.9 g of fat and 5.9 g of fiber. Its 396 µg of Vitamin A covers 44% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 220 g
209
KCAL / 220G
Carbs
20.9g
· 8% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
11.9g
· 15% DV
Fiber
5.9g
· 21% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 9% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 209 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11.9 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 7.04 g | 35% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 550 mg | 24% |
| Total carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% |
| Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 220 g | 209 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 14 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 95 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 160 g | 152 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 171 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 238 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 280 g | 266 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 350 g | 333 kcal |
Calculated from 95 calories per 100 g.
To make yellow vegetable curry, soften onion with aromatics, stir in turmeric and curry spices, then add chopped vegetables and liquid. Simmer until the vegetables are tender but not falling apart, adjusting the liquid to get the sauce consistency you like.
Potatoes, carrots, cauliflower, peas, bell peppers, and green beans all work well in yellow vegetable curry. Cut them into similar-sized pieces, and add firmer vegetables first so everything finishes cooking at about the same time.
Turmeric is usually the main reason yellow vegetable curry has its golden color, while curry powder or curry paste can deepen it. Bloom the turmeric briefly in oil to bring out its aroma before adding liquid.
Yellow vegetable curry can be made in either an Indian-inspired or Thai-inspired style; the name alone does not specify one origin. Indian versions often use curry spices, while Thai yellow curry commonly uses curry paste and coconut milk.
No, coconut milk is optional in yellow vegetable curry. Use vegetable stock for a lighter, less creamy sauce, or add coconut milk for a richer texture and mild sweetness; add it gradually to control the consistency.
Make yellow vegetable curry milder by leaving out fresh chilli and reducing chilli flakes or hot curry paste. Start with a small amount of curry seasoning, taste as it simmers, and add more only if you want extra heat.
Yellow vegetable curry is commonly served with rice, which soaks up the sauce. Flatbread is another good choice, and a squeeze of lime or a spoonful of plain yogurt can balance a rich or strongly spiced curry.
Yes, frozen vegetables work in yellow vegetable curry and usually need no thawing first. Add them later in cooking than fresh, firm vegetables, since they soften quickly and can release extra water into the sauce.
Yellow vegetable curry keeps for 3–4 days in a covered container in the refrigerator when chilled promptly after cooking. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and make sure it is hot throughout before serving.
Yes, yellow vegetable curry can be frozen in airtight, portion-sized containers. Thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat thoroughly; potatoes, zucchini, and other soft vegetables may have a softer texture after freezing.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
396µg · 44% DV
Vitamin K
39.6µg · 33% DV
Vitamin C
26.4mg · 29% DV
B6
0.29mg · 17% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.66mg · 29% DV
Sodium
550mg · 24% DV
Copper
0.2mg · 22% DV
Potassium ⭐
616mg · 18% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yellow vegetable curry is a plant-based curry-style dish of vegetables cooked with turmeric and other spices. It draws on South Asian curry traditions, though recipes vary widely in the vegetables, seasoning and sauce used. Turmeric gives it its golden colour, while the spices bring an aromatic, gently warming flavour.
The vegetables are usually tender, in a sauce that can be either light or thick. Serve it with rice, flatbread or another grain for a filling meal; in South Asian cooking, curries are often part of a meal alongside rice or breads. It offers vegetables and fibre, with 2.7 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter version, use a measured amount of oil and let the vegetables provide most of the dish’s substance.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
7.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.64g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.87g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.