Description
A warming, nourishing lentil curry made with red lentils, coconut milk, crushed tomatoes, and spices. Perfectly cozy for weeknights and great for meal prepping.
Ingredients
1 cup red lentils
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon garam masala
0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
0.5 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 cup vegetable broth
Juice of 1 lime
Salt to taste
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
Sauté onion until translucent.
Add garlic, ginger, and all spices. Cook 1 minute.
Stir in crushed tomatoes. Simmer 3 minutes.
Add rinsed lentils and vegetable broth. Simmer 10 minutes.
Pour in coconut milk, stir, and simmer another 10–15 minutes.
Add lime juice and salt. Serve garnished with cilantro.
Notes
Customize with greens or legumes.
Use red lentils for creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmered
- Cuisine: Fusion Indian
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: LENTIL CURRY, lentil stew, vegan curry, weeknight lentil recipe, healthy curry