Quick Easy Coconut Brown Lentils Vegan
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Quick Easy Coconut Brown Lentils Vegan recipe—an aromatic, one-pot dish that's hearty, healthy, and ready in just 35 minutes. Packed with plant-based protein from tender brown lentils and creamy richness from coconut milk, this dish is infused with bold flavors from curry powder, cumin, turmeric, and a touch of fresh ginger. The addition of fresh spinach adds a boost of nutrients while keeping the dish vibrant and wholesome. Perfect for serving with rice, naan, or as a standalone meal, this easy vegan recipe is a comforting, dairy-free, and gluten-free delight. Incorporate it into your meal rotation for a quick, satisfying, and flavorful dinner that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brown lentils
- 1 can Coconut milk
- 2 cups Vegetable broth
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon Ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Curry powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Spinach, fresh
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, fresh
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the brown lentils under cold water and set aside.
In a large saucepan or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the curry powder, ground cumin, and turmeric powder. Toast the spices for about 30 seconds to release their aroma.
Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk, and stir to combine.
Add the rinsed lentils to the pot. Stir well and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender.
Once the lentils are cooked, stir in the fresh spinach and allow it to wilt for 2-3 minutes.
Season with salt, black pepper, and lime juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired. Enjoy with rice, naan, or on its own!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.7 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3434 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.0 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.8 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 440 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 3776 mg | 80% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
