Go Back
Email Link
Print
Recipe Image
Notes
Smaller
Normal
Larger
Vegan Spicy Coconut Lentil Curry
Smoky, spicy, smooth. This plant-based coconut curry is the perfect dish to warm your soul. Option to serve with white or cauliflower rice.
Print Recipe
Share on Facebook
Pin Recipe
Prep Time
30
minutes
mins
Cook Time
15
minutes
mins
Total Time
45
minutes
mins
Course
Main Course, Soup
Cuisine
Indian
Servings
8
Calories
235
kcal
Ingredients
1 1/2
cups
lentils
2
Tbsp
coconut oil
divided
1
cup
carrots
diced
1/2
onion
diced
1/2
Tbsp
minced garlic
1 1/2
Tbsp
red curry paste
2
Tbsp
curry powder
2
tsp
cinnamon
2
tsp
smoked paprika
1/2
tsp
red chili flakes
1
14.5 oz can
diced tomatoes
1
13.5 oz can
reduced-fat coconut milk
Instructions
Cook lentils according to package instructions.
Heat a large saute pan over medium heat. Add 1 Tbsp coconut oil.
Add carrots and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in onions and garlic; continue to cook until vegetables are softened.
Add remaining 1 Tbsp of oil and spices, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Add diced tomatoes, coconut milk, and cooked lentils.
Cook until heated through. Serve over rice or cauliflower rice with a dollop of non-fat Greek yogurt (or coconut yogurt for vegans).
Nutrition Facts
235 calories, 9g fat, 29g carbohydrates, 10g protein