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Coconut Lentil Curry Recipe

A delicious and hearty vegan curry made with coconut milk and lentils.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup red lentils rinsed and drained
  • 1 can coconut milk full-fat
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1 medium onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger grated
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup spinach fresh, chopped

Instructions 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add the garlic and ginger, and cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in the curry powder, turmeric, and cumin, and cook for 1 minute.
  5. Add the lentils, diced tomatoes, coconut milk, vegetable broth, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until lentils are tender.
  7. Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for another 5 minutes.
  8. Serve hot with rice or naan.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 6mg

Keywords

Curry, Lentil, Vegan
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