Description
Lentil Coconut Curry is a hearty, vegan dish that brings warmth and comfort to your table. With tender lentils simmered in rich coconut milk and fragrant spices, this curry is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Ideal for weeknight dinners or impressing guests, it’s packed with flavor and nutrients, making it a favorite among food lovers. Enjoy every spoonful as it wraps you in its velvety embrace—perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 tsp curry powder
- 2 cups vegetable broth (low-sodium)
- 2 cups fresh spinach or kale
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your countertop before cooking.
- In a large pot over medium heat, drizzle oil and sauté the onion until translucent. Add garlic and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Stir in lentils and curry powder, coating them with the aromatics for one minute.
- Pour in vegetable broth and coconut milk. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low.
- Cover and cook for 25-30 minutes until lentils are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally.
- Add spinach or kale until wilted. Finish with lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 14g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg